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The fern prefers acidic, well-draining soil that is consistently damp but not soaked. Add a bit of leaf mold or peat moss to enhance fertility and acidity. Plants should be kept in warm areas that are ideally 60 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (16 to 27 C.).
- How much light do kangaroo paw ferns need?
- Should I mist my kangaroo paw fern?
- How often should you water a kangaroo fern?
- How do you grow a kangaroo paw fern?
- Why is my kangaroo paw fern dying?
- What do you do with kangaroo paws after they bloom?
- Can you divide kangaroo paws?
- How do you revive a rabbit's foot fern?
- How big does a rabbit's foot fern get?
- How do you divide kangaroo paw fern?
- How do you revive kangaroo paws?
- Are kangaroo paws toxic to dogs?
How much light do kangaroo paw ferns need?
Kangaroo paw ferns grow best in humid conditions under indirect light. While it will tolerate partial shade, it doesn't like direct sunlight. The ideal temperature for growing microsorum diversifolium is 60° to 90° degrees Fahrenheit (15° – 32° C). The plant likes warm weather and isn't much winter hardy.
Should I mist my kangaroo paw fern?
Water a kangaroo paw fern when the top 50% of the soil has dried out. When watering, give the plant enough water so that it drains out the bottom drip holes. I don't recommend misting this or any other houseplant because keeping the leaves wet encourages bacterial and fungus infections.
How often should you water a kangaroo fern?
A kangaroo paw fern needs regular, even moisture all year to grow properly. Providing the plant with about 1 inch of water during the course of each week is sufficient. Water the plant's soil deeply once per week, but also water it lightly daily.
How do you grow a kangaroo paw fern?
Kangaroo Paw ferns grow well in bright locations (=bright, indirect sunlight). However, they also do tolerate lower light conditions. Low light might not kill your Kangaroo Paw fern but it might very well stunt its growth. So if your fern does not seem to grow at all, chances are that it does not get enough sunlight.
Why is my kangaroo paw fern dying?
So, why is your kangaroo fern dying? The most common reasons include too little (or too much) sunlight, not enough water or allowing the soil to become too dry, low humidity, frequent overwatering, exposure to temperatures below 50 degrees or above 75 degrees, and pest infestation.
What do you do with kangaroo paws after they bloom?
Kangaroo paw plants respond well to heavy pruning. Cut back the plants—leaves, flower stalks, and all—to 6 inches above the soil line after the blooms have faded. This will prevent old foliage from becoming diseased and promote denser growth.
Can you divide kangaroo paws?
Thanks to the underground rhizome root system you can divide your Kangaroo Paws quite easily if they get too big. In fact, dividing large clumps is actually good for plant health and fosters strong vigorous growth. Kangaroo Paws do very well as pot plants.
How do you revive a rabbit's foot fern?
Use a potting mix with little to no soil such as 2 parts peat, 1 part soil and 1 part sand or perlite. You may decide to divide the fern if it has gotten too large. Cut it into up to 4 sections with a sharp, clean knife. Plant in the new soil with the rhizomes balanced around the edge of the pot.
How big does a rabbit's foot fern get?
Quick Care
| Common Name(s) | Rabbit's Foot Fern, Hare's Foot Fern |
|---|---|
| Family | Davalliaceae |
| Height & Spread | 12 inches long and 6 inches wide |
| Light | Moderate to bright light |
| Water | Keep the soil moist from spring to fall; let the top 1 inch soil dry between watering in winter |
How do you divide kangaroo paw fern?
To divide them, simply chop them up - you can even just break them up pretty easily with your hands. Choose sections with plenty of new shoots." "It's really a very simple process.
How do you revive kangaroo paws?
It is best to have given your plant/s a light feed a couple of weeks before cutting back, so the plant has time to take in a bit of energy reserve to give you a new flush of growth. It is also best to cut them back in late summer to the start of autumn, before any chance of frost.
Are kangaroo paws toxic to dogs?
Toxicity. Kangaroo paw fern has no known toxicity for cats or dogs. If either cats or dogs chew on the fronds, they will probably throw up the plant parts, just as they would after eating grass. Overeating any plant can cause digestive problems, and pets could have allergic reactions.
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