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  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    September 18, 2018
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    OH, you're asking us to get involved in a domestic dispute? That's dangerous territory! But hopefully your husband's not big and mean and can't find me - so I will side with you. As ugly as it is, the dried fronds may provide some protection for stem and roots until spring when you can clean it all up and watch those beautiful green new leaves appear.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 1, 2018
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    They can be transplanted at any time, but to ensure the best chance of survival, and to prevent damage, it is best to transplant in spring. Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ferns/transplanting-ferns.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 7, 2018
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    You can at any time, however I recommend spring for best results. I actually prefer something called dolomitic lime, which will serve your intended purpose. This product will supplement calcium, magnesium, and control the pH of your soil, and it can also be applied at any time.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 7, 2018
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    ou can transplant them almost any time that it isn't freezing, or hot and dry.
    The best time is early spring before they leaf out, though. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ferns/transplanting-ferns.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 7, 2018
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    You can cut these, although they contain spores. Ferns actually do not propagate by seed, rather, they send spores like a fungus would. Here is an article with more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ferns/rusty-looking-fern-leaves.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    October 11, 2018
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    There are, actually, several choices that you have here. This article will help to get you started: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/growing-ferns-in-zone-5.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 26, 2018
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    I'm not certain as to the fern you mentioned. Are the leaves long and single bladed? Flower spike emerging from the center, and growing berries on these? As soon as I am able to identify the plant you are referring to I will be able to make a better judgement call. Can you include a picture?

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