Ferns are among the oldest living plants, with fossil records dating back 383 to 393 million years ago. These plants are resilient and have survived volcanic eruptions and cold climates thanks to ...

1. Give ferns plenty of indirect light. Most ferns prefer indirect light, which means you should avoid placing them where sunlight will hit them. In direct sun, fern fronds can get burned, resulting ...

Develop a lemony fresh scent throughout your home by growing this thriving houseplant in the bathroom or other areas in your ...

Distinctive in appearance and name, staghorn fern is a species belonging to the genus Platycerium and the family Polypodiaceae. These ferns can be identified by their fronds, which bear an ...

They have a finicky reputation, but we asked plant pros for their best advice to ensure your ferns thrive. There is something magical about growing a fern indoors: It’s like having a little piece of ...

In this video, learn how to grow gorgeous indoor ferns with these expert tips! Discover the dos and don’ts of proper fern ...

Ferns can be lovely plants indoors as well as out. But there's a secret to keeping them happy. Large or small, the frondy plants like humidity. Here are three tips to caring for your indoor ferns: * ...

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When you give a plant a home inside your own, suddenly, your space comes to life—literally. Aside from the aesthetic perks, plants have proven benefits for overall well-being. “Indoor plants have been ...

Here's how to keep your indoor fern happy: Dry frond tips may indicate a lack of water and low humidity. Ferns should be watered as needed by thoroughly moistening the soil in the pot. To avoid frond ...

An interesting question arrived in my e-mail box that I believewill be interesting to many readers: Q: We recently moved here from Washington State and I terriblymiss my fern-covered back yard! Do you ...