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- Q.Staghorn Fern Growth Medium - Is it possible to grow a staghorn fern in the ground?
- Q.Staghorn Fern - These were given to me but, unfortunately, they were dropped off and left in pretty much direct sun for a ...
- Q.Planting A Staghorn Fern - When planting a staghorn fern, can you use any moss? I have a staghorn fern and not sure what moss ...
- Q.Staghorn Fern - Our adopted fern just broke from the chain where its hung for over 10 years. The plant is 4-5' and ...
- Q.Large, Heavy Staghorn Fern - I have a beautiful stag fern, which is about 20 years old and is extremely large and heavy (which now ...
- Q.Staghorn Antlers - If these antlers are cut off, will they regrow?
- Q.Staghorn Fern - Any suggestions on what to do with my plant?
Asked by
heinzahlers on
June 19, 2015
zone 6Q.staghorn fern growth medium
Is it possible to grow a staghorn fern in the ground?
Answered by
Heather on
June 21, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Possible yes, but they don't do well in the ground. They are epiphytic plants and their roots need air to do well. Plus, they don't take any kind of water logging well. I have seen them survive ok in soil filled containers, but they had to be able to dry out completely between waterings. In the ground, it would be difficult to provide that kind of enviroment.
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- Asked by
awwjd1998 on
July 5, 2015
Stuart, FloridaQ.staghorn fern
These were given to me but, unfortunately, they were dropped off and left in pretty much direct sun for a few days. Is there any way to save them by cutting off dead leaves, etc.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 5, 2015A.Give them a shaded location to try to recover.
You will just have to wait and see, especially since it was a few days.
Best of luck.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
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classired on
August 8, 2015
central usQ.planting a staghorn fern
When planting a staghorn fern, can you use any moss? I have a staghorn fern and not sure what moss to use.
- Answered by
shelley on
August 8, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Sphagnum moss is typically used. For more information on the care of staghorn ferns, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
Happy gardening!
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lmn328 on
August 17, 2015
South FloridaQ.Staghorn Fern
Our adopted fern just broke from the chain where its hung for over 10 years. The plant is 4-5' and weighs well well over 100 lbs. We will never get it back in the tree. Is there another way we can keep it? I feel it should be off the ground, so will a wagon or wheel barrel work?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 19, 2015A.Hanging in a basket is really the best growing location for a Staghorn.
It is way to large to attach to a board.I would try to get it hung back up if at all possible and use a heavier chain.
A hardware store can cut chains to the desired length and can help you with the gauge that you would need for the appropriate weight.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
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daryle_hill on
September 13, 2015
Torquay VictoriaQ.large, heavy staghorn fern
I have a beautiful stag fern, which is about 20 years old and is extremely large and heavy (which now falls from the fence where it is planted). How do I re-tie the plant so that it is secure onto the backing board which I can then secure to the fence. Some sort of hanging basket under the plant?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 15, 2015A.You can put nails into the mounting board in a circular pattern that is approx the diameter of the plants roots. Make sure they have a head on the nail and that they are pounded into the board at least an inch.
Place the fern onto the board and wrap with plenty of damp moss. Now take garden twine and began wrapping the root and moss ball using the nails to anchor the fern to the board. Continue wrapping until it feels secure.
I have seen a plastic crate used. Cut in half and secured with wire to hang from a ceiling. The Fern is nested into the crate and wrapped with moss covering all of the crate. (you want to disguise the plastic crate).https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
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sndee on
October 14, 2015
Adelaide Foot HillsQ.Staghorn antlers
If these antlers are cut off, will they regrow?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
October 15, 2015A.A Staghorn will produce little pups or off shoots. These can be divided off and propagated.
Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
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Cdesusana on
February 22, 2016
Fallbrook, CAQ.Staghorn fern
Any suggestions on what to do with my plant?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 22, 2016A.Here are some links with care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/staghorn-fern/staghorn-fern-information.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/epiphytes/epiphyte-mounting-tips.htmWas this answer useful?00
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