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You can use up to one-third regular potting mix, but never use garden soil. Remove the staghorn carefully from its container and move it to the new container as you gently spread the roots. Finish filling the pot with potting mix so the roots are completely covered but the stem and fronds are exposed.
- What kind of soil do staghorn ferns need?
- Does a staghorn fern need soil?
- How do you repot a staghorn fern in a wire basket?
- How do you install a potted staghorn fern?
- Are coffee grounds good for staghorn ferns?
- Are banana peels good for staghorn ferns?
- Are staghorn ferns hard to care for?
- How do you revive a dying staghorn fern?
- How do you get rid of staghorn fern pups?
- What is the best way to hang a staghorn fern?
- How much are staghorn ferns worth?
- When should I repot my staghorn fern?
What kind of soil do staghorn ferns need?
If your Staghorn Fern is growing on wood, then sheet moss is most likely it's growing medium. If yours is in a pot like mine, then the water must readily drain out which means never use straight potting soil. I used a mix of 1/2 succulent & cactus mix & 1/2 orchid bark for mine in pots.
Does a staghorn fern need soil?
Staghorn Ferns are a species called Epiphyte which means that they don't need soil to grow, the reason that you can hang them on the wall. They are in the same family as airplants, and in the wild find a host, that they attach their roots to and pull all of their nutrients in through their fronds.
How do you repot a staghorn fern in a wire basket?
Place your plant in the basket and gently bring the leaves of your plant through the edges of the basket. This allows the plant to grow out the side of the basket. Carefully pull some of the fronds through so the staghorn fern can grow in its natural upright position. Add more sphagnum moss on top of the roots.
How do you install a potted staghorn fern?
How to Mount a Staghorn Fern
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- Place the potted fern in the center of the wood plank, making sure that a sterile leaf is turned toward the top. ...
- Dip a handful of moss in warm water, and then arrange it on the plank in between the screws.
Are coffee grounds good for staghorn ferns?
Up-to-date gardeners know that California's low rainfall and alkaline soil are tough on acid-loving plants. Coffee grounds act as a mulch and soil improver. … Some staghorn fern owners throw banana peels on their plants.
Are banana peels good for staghorn ferns?
ANSWER: Banana peels can contribute lots of potassium and a little phosphorus to the nutrient needs of your staghorn fern. But they contain very little nitrogen, which also is needed for good growth. So go ahead, toss a few banana peels among the foliage to slowly release their nutrients.
Are staghorn ferns hard to care for?
There are dozens of species of staghorn ferns, and until recently, they were quite rare. Now though--thanks to species native to Australia, Platycerium bifurcatum, that is relatively easy to care for and propagate--they're increasingly popular house plants.
How do you revive a dying staghorn fern?
Add a small amount of a slow-release fertilizer, such as Osmocote or Nutricote, into the hole as you add the moss or compost. This will provide nutrients and encourage growth. I always summer my staghorn ferns outside, and water them every few days.
How do you get rid of staghorn fern pups?
Removing staghorn fern pups is easy and has a very high success rate. Wait until the pup is at least 4 inches (10 cm.) across. Find the spot under the brown shield fronds where the pup is attached and, with a sharp knife, cut the pup away with some roots attached.
What is the best way to hang a staghorn fern?
Chained staghorn fern plants should only be hung from large tree limbs that can support the weight of the plant and the chain. It is also important to protect the tree limb from chain damage by placing the chain in a section of rubber hose or foam rubber pipe insulation so that the chain is not touching the tree bark.
How much are staghorn ferns worth?
This is a beauty! Originally attached to an oak tree as a small plant, this amazing fern has grown to over 6 feet in diameter, almost 4 feet tall and 3 feet deep. It is in great health and is in need of a home where it will be loved and appreciated. Similar ferns have sold for over $6,000.00.
When should I repot my staghorn fern?
When to repot a staghorn fern is a common question to many but an easy one to answer. Staghorn ferns are happiest when they're slightly crowded and should only be repotted when they're nearly busting at the seams – usually once every few years. Staghorn fern repotting is best done in spring.
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