Fern, Bird’s Nest ‘Victoria’

Description

This is a stand-out, whorling fern, and so easy to care for. It has broad strap leaves that form from a center rosette, traditional to all bird’s nest ferns, but this fern has a wildly distinctive shape. As with other bird’s nest ferns, it is natively found clinging to trees and cliffs edges, much like an orchid or other epiphytic plants. In the wild of the Asian tropics, dew, water, and organic matter are collected in the center and absorbed by the plant. As a houseplant, you do not want water directly into the center of your fern, but instead, water around it.

• For optimal performance, keep your Fern at 60-85°F (15-29°C).
• Ferns thrive in medium to bright indirect light. Placing them near an eastern- or northern-facing window, that does not get any midday direct sunlight, would be ideal.
• Ferns prefer high humidity to prevent their edges from turning brown. Cold drafts and forced air can also lead to browning tips and edges. You can supplement their humidity with a humidifier, regular misting, or by placing them on a pebble tray with water.
• Ferns prefer moist, but not soggy soil. Be sure to water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage and do not allow your Fern to sit in water for extended periods of time, after it has received a good soaking.