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- Q.Moving An Outdoor Birds Nest Fern (Asplenium Nidus) - Hello, my father planted a birds nest fern (Asplenium nidus) in the garden approximately 40 years ago. The time has ...
- Q.Is The Outside Of My Birds Nest Fern Normal? - I’ve recently pulled out a heap of ferns from my garden and have noticed the birds nest fern is looking ...
- Q.Why Do The Leaves At The Very Bottom Die - I have an lady victoria bird nest fern it seems that the smaller leaves on the very bottom of ...
- Q.I Transferred A Crow’s Nest But I Broke Part Of The Main Root. Will It Still Grow? - I have a large crow's nest which I want to transfer but I broke part of the big root but ...
- Q.I Can See Translucent Spots With Brown Edges On My Bird’s Nest Fern That I Bought 2 Weeks Ago. What Is It And How Can I Treat It? - I also bought Kentia palm along with this plant. I can see the spots on that as well. Tried searching on ...
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Anonymous on
July 11, 2019Q.Moving an outdoor birds nest fern (Asplenium nidus)
Hello, my father planted a birds nest fern (Asplenium nidus) in the garden approximately 40 years ago. The time has now come to move it to my new house, and I'm looking for advice please. It has survived outside without any special care for all these years, and I would love to keep it. Thank you very much
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 11, 2019A.This can be done, but you must take care to remove it from its host tree, or if it is in ground, you will want to dig around it about 2 feet out from the center all around. This will ensure that you do not damage too many roots upon transplant. This will be the only real damage consideration outside of problems that may occur if the next area is drastically different from the one that it is currently in. It will move like any other plant but you will want to avoid harming any roots.
Although these were meant to grow on other trees, they can grow in soil. This article will give you more information on the care of these once it is situated in the next spot: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
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- Asked by
colukmea on
August 2, 2019
Coffs Harbour. AustraliaQ.Is the outside of my Birds Nest Fern normal?
I’ve recently pulled out a heap of ferns from my garden and have noticed the birds nest fern is looking very bottom heavy. Is this normal? If not, any ideas on how I can fix it?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 2, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It just needs the old, and dead growth removed is all! This will help it to recover. This article will help you to grow these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
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jewelsouth1 on
August 10, 2019
75219Q.Why do the leaves at the very bottom die
I have an lady victoria bird nest fern it seems that the smaller leaves on the very bottom of the plant have an tendency To change color become limp wrinkle up and die with that said why would this be happening on an healthy plant
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 12, 2019
Certified ExpertA.This has a few causes. This can be caused by overwatering ( I can't tell because of the stones on top) improper soil type (They are epiphytes, and won't do the best in potting soil)
Or the need a light fertilizing with 1/2 strength orchid fertilizer.
This article will help you to care for the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
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johannawalsh47 on
September 3, 2019
2486Q.i transferred a crow’s nest but i broke part of the main root. will it still grow?
I have a large crow's nest which I want to transfer but I broke part of the big root but it still has the little roots around it. Will it still grow?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 4, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It is hard to say without seeing the damage. Depending on exactly how much broke off, it could die, or it could survive.
I will say that it has a greater chance of dying since large cuts to the roots will usually invite infections. I would treat the wound with a fungicide before trying to replant.
This article will help you to care for the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
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Anonymous on
October 17, 2019Q.I can see translucent spots with brown edges on my bird’s nest fern that I bought 2 weeks ago. What is it and how can i treat it?
I also bought Kentia palm along with this plant. I can see the spots on that as well. Tried searching on the internet and the hint was that this could be bacterial blight. Can you please have a look and help me? Attaching the photos of both the plants.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 19, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It could be bacterial leaf spot. Remove the affected leaves from the plant to prevent spreading. Here is more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/bacterial-leaf-spot.htm
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mtevju on
October 26, 2019
santa cruz caQ.Transplanting indoor birds nest
Overgrown 30” birds nest in shallow container
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 28, 2019
Certified ExpertA.They look quite healthy. Transplanting can be pretty harsh on them too. Now will be the time to assess whether it will be best to sock them by moving them, or wait until they are showing signs of needing a transplant. Waiting will be best, to avoid unnecessary shock to a healthy plant.
Since they are epiphytes, and don't actually grow in soil in nature, you will have to treat them as such. An orchid mix is best, but a cactus mix can be ok, too. Knowing that they are epiphytic can help with their care. They are well suited for being rootbound. They won't mind a lack of rootspace, and can prefer it sometimes.
Should you choose to transplant, now... Just make sure to use an orchid or cactus mix. Don't separate the roots. Just put it into a slightly larger container, and bury it close to the same level as before.
Putting it into a container that is too large will likely lead to rot, and could potentially kill the plant.
Here is an article that will help you with the care of these plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
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cazryan62 on
November 3, 2019
4132Q.Can I Keep My Bird’s Nest Fern In A Small Pot? Do They Need Repotting? Thank You
Do I need to repot?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 4, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It doesn't look overcrowded to me, but you can turn the pot over and let the rootball slide out to see if there are roots encircling the bottom of the rootball, which usually means it is potbound or rootbound.
Bird's next ferns are epiphytes, meaning in the wild they grow attached to tree trunks or other vertical structures. So, they wouldn't require a lot of soil, but rather fast draining soil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/birds-nest-fern/birds-nest-fern-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/learn-more-about-repotting-houseplants.htm
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