Chumasande MatiwaneFerns are these beautiful plants that reproduce using spores and lack seeds or flowers. They can be grown indoors and outside, as long as you give them the right amount of water and sunlight. Although relatively low maintenance, proper watering is essential for their growth.
When to water ferns
Timing is everything with ferns. Water your ferns frequently enough to keep the soil consistently moist, but make sure it’s not soggy. Water indoor ferns at least once or twice a week. Watering frequency can change depending on the environmental conditions, which include light, temperature, humidity, soil type, and whether the fern is growing in a container or planted in the ground.
The best thing to do is set a reminder for yourself every few days to check the moisture of the soil. If the first few inches of your fern are dried out, it’s safe to water. You’ll water frequently during dry or hot periods, compared to wet or cool ones.
How to water ferns
The method of watering is just as important. Whether in the ground or in a container, always water deeply and ensure the soil is evenly and thoroughly saturated. You can also apply a layer of mulch around your ferns to help them retain moisture.
Check their soil for moisture before watering. Simply stick your finger about an inch into the soil. When it feels dry, you can pour water directly onto the soil at the base of the plant, avoiding the leaves. The procedure for outdoor ferns is to water slowly, allowing the water to soak in deeply until the soil is moist.
Signs of underwatering and overwatering
- Browning on the leaf tips
- Yellowing of leaves
- Rotting stems
- Droopy leaves
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