How do you keep a fern alive!?

Question

I have on more that one occastion (okay, it was 3) unintentionally murdered the most beautiful and healthy ferns. It all started when I was given a fern as a house warming gift. Within 2 weeks, there were tiny leaves scattered all around the floor. I replaced it right away and I killed that one too. I gave up on ferns for a while. Thinking that I'm older and more responsible now (it's been 10 yrs) I figured I'd give it another go. Well, its been 2 weeks and the fern is starting to show some signs of distress!

PLEASE, SOMEONE. SPELL IT OUT FOR ME. WHAT IS THE PROPER WAY TO CARE FOR A FERN?

Answer 1

Here's what i've found, and it's mostly trial and error. I have killed my share of beautiful ferns... They seem to like warmth and humidlity but not a direct hot sun. They also don't like to be over watered. I put mine outside on the deck in a corner that gets a lot of light but not a lot of direct sun and if it doesn't rain, then I water about every three or four days. (Our temps are generally in the high 80's, low 90's.) In the cooler months I put it in a window in my kitchen that gets some nice light and turn it every couple of weeks. Good luck!

Answer 2

nicinkc most ferns do not like the sun they like the shade do not over water when yo water only 2 times a week

Answer 3

It really depends on what type of fern you have. check below for a good website on indoor ferns.

Answer 4

Water it lightly every other day, stick it in direct sunlight 6/7 days a week, indirect 1/7... I don't think you have to do much else.

Answer 5

I keep a small spray bottle full of water and spritz them with it...they love it! Also, they need adequate light , not full sun but enough to keep them happy. Keep them well watered and spray them. That should do it.

Answer 6

Mist them and keep warm and humid .Take them into the bathroom when you shower

Answer 7

ROMANCE THE FERN
TALK TO IT EVERY DAY
NO SHOUTING
OR LETTING IT EAT AT MCDONALDS

Answer 8

only smarties has the answer