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Anonymous on
June 21, 2020Q.Help with Ostrich Ferns
My ostrich ferns are turning black on the tips, black on the base, and are breaking off mid stem. Three sets of circumstance. Any thoughts on why each of these things would be happening? Thank you. Pictures attached.
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
June 23, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Black is never a good sign. A hopeful possibility is leaf burn from over fertilization. If that could be the case, hold back on the fertilizer and leach out the soil with water. I notice too they are between hardscaping. Perhaps the soil is staying too moist.
A darker scenario is root rot. Discard the infected fronds and move healthy stems to fresh soil.
Here are the requirements for Ostrich fern:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ostrich-fern/growing-ostrich-ferns.htmWas this answer useful?00
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- Asked by
pondering peg on
November 5, 2020
73025Q.All My Spreading Ostrich Ferns Had Perhaps Fungal Problems… How To Prevent
I have never had this problem before with them. It looked like something spreading from one plant to another
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
November 6, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to address the situation, properly.
I can suggest using fungicides. This will help prevent and combat fungal infections.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/homemade-fungicide.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ostrich-fern/growing-ostrich-ferns.htm
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Anonymous on
October 27, 2021Q.Planting Ostrich Fern
Is it safe to plant an ostrich fern the end of October in zone 5?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 1, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Perennials need 6 to 8 weeks to become established before harsh weather. If you take the risk, be sure to mulch heavily.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ostrich-fern/growing-ostrich-ferns.htm
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