Winter is a big challenge for many potted plants. Less light, drafts and the heating season make themselves felt even by hardy species. Plants that often lose their shape in winter include fern. Although it is generally an interior decoration, in winter it often turns yellow, loses leaves and withers. Why is this happening?
Ferns in their natural environment grow in damp and dark places, such as forests, near streams, and places with increased air humidity. Their leaves prefer cooler and humid microclimate, Therefore, winter is an extremely demanding time for ferns grown in pots.
This time of year is in full swing at home the heating period, which brings dry and warm air, which differs significantly from the conditions preferred by ferns. Unfortunately, in many rooms along with hot radiatorsair humidity drops rapidly, and this, unfortunately, does not affect the fern.
the leaf blades turn brown and brittle, and the entire condition of the plant deteriorates. The fern stops growing i it is wasting away day by day. Unfortunately, if the air is too dry, it is unable to absorb enough moisture.
Many people, seeing that the fern is drying, start watering it intensively. Unfortunately, this is a big mistake that will not solve the problem, but will actually make it worse. The fern will continue to die, and excess water in the substrate may cause the roots to rot. Even intensive pouring of the substrate will not replace the moisture drawn from the air by the fern.
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Radiators not only dry the air, but also make the temperature in the immediate vicinity of the plant higher. Combined with low humidity, this is a simple recipe for fern waste, which may lead to complete drying. How can you remedy this and restore the plant’s vigor?
Above all what is crucial is not the amount of water in the pot, but the air humidity, which is necessary for the proper functioning of the fern. So if you see that the one in your house is wasting away day by day, move it away from radiators and all heat sources. A bright position with diffused light and a lower temperature will work best.
To restore health and strength to the fern, however, the most important thing is humidity, which has already been mentioned many times. Regularly sprinkle the fern leaves with standing water, and to enhance the effect Place damp stones or a saucer with water on a saucer next to the pot. It is also a good solution air humidifier.
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