✨ Buy One, Get One Free ✨

Collection: Ferns

Detailed Description

Ferns Are Bio-Indicators and Clean Air Pollutants

Fern plants are a popular addition to any shaded garden or lawn. They grow well in shaded environments with rich, moist soil and proper water drainage. Fern spacing largely depends on the type of fern species planted. However, a general rule is that most thrive planted approximately 4 feet ...

Ferns Are Bio-Indicators and Clean Air Pollutants

Fern plants are a popular addition to any shaded garden or lawn. They grow well in shaded environments with rich, moist soil and proper water drainage. Fern spacing largely depends on the type of fern species planted. However, a general rule is that most thrive planted approximately 4 feet apart. After planting them, they need a regular water supply to stay vibrant and healthy. Inadequate water will either hamper their overall growth rate and size or cause them to become wilted or dry.

Fern plants are referred to scientifically as a pteridophyte. They are commonly found in hardy planting zones 2 through 8, depending on the exact subspecies of the particular plant. Ferns typically grow to between 1-4 feet tall at peak maturity. Ferns do not bloom in any season. Instead, they reproduce by disseminating tiny airborne spores. Most ferns prefer shady areas, while a minority of fern subspecies can tolerate moderate to low amounts of direct and sustained sunlight.

Ferns make up approximately 12,000 different species. They are unique as they do not reproduce by creating seeds. Instead, they propagate in a suitable environment by releasing spores from the undersides of their fronds. They release millions of these spores at a time, making them a prolific plant in terms of reproductive prowess.

Ferns Remove Soil Toxins

Nearly all ferns prefer a shaded or very shaded growing location. Deep shade without any sunlight, however, is not suitable for them. They are known to thrive in "dabbled shade," similar to what overhanging trees can provide them. Please don't be overly concerned about exposing them to a limited amount of direct sunlight. If your ferns are exposed to direct light, ensure they are getting adequate water and will grow nicely.

Ferns Make Excellent Border Plants in Shade Gardens

Most ferns do well in part shade or mottled sunlight, but many tolerate quite a bit of sun, provided they are well-watered. Ferns first appear in the fossil record 360 million years ago and come in a fantastic range of textures, colors, sizes, and shapes. Their versatility and ease of care make them an essential part of a well-rounded garden. Favorite ferns at Wholesale Nursery Company include:

New York Fern is a smaller-sized fern with bright green fronds.

Ostrich Fern, which can grow up to 6 feet tall.

Christmas Ferns, which, as its name suggests, is a favorite holiday gift.

Fiddlehead Fern furled fronds can be harvested and eaten.

Fern Plant Benefits

Ferns add a whimsical enhancement to any shady part of the yard or garden.

With such wide varieties, species, and color variations of ferns and their many benefits, it is hard to imagine passing this plant up.

Fern Plants

Native Ferns that are Easy to Grow

Ferns are a popular plant to add to a home garden; a few species are elementary to grow. Here we will detail five native ferns that are easy to grow in an at-home garden. Maidenhair Ferns can grow indoors as well as outdoors and are simple. This plant enjoys moist, partly shaded environments. In caring for Maidenhair Ferns, they need to be kept moist, but make sure not to overwater; otherwise, the plant could become diseased.

Another low-maintenance fern species is the Spreading Wood Fern. This type of fern is expected to grow about 3 feet high. These ferns are characterized by their delicate leaves and look beautiful in wooded landscapes. Spreading Wood Ferns should be planted a reasonable distance apart to grow and have room to spread correctly. They survive best in shaded and moderate climates. They look great in open areas of landscaping without other plants.

Christmas Ferns are well-established in cool and shaded environments. Often, these plants are utilized as ground cover in landscaping and grow reasonably quickly. The climate mustn't be too hot or dry for Christmas Ferns to survive. These make a beautiful addition to a yard setting due to their grave, vibrant green color. In addition to the previous low-maintenance ferns, there are Ostrich Ferns. Ostrich Ferns grow best in damp, shaded landscaping areas and are visually appealing. It is expected to grow roughly 3 to 6 feet in height and width. It would be best if you planted this fern species in a shallow hole with the crown above the soil level. Some other native ferns include Oak Ferns, Sensitive Ferns, and Royal Ferns. The most important thing to remember is to quickly add ferns to your garden, or landscaping requires a damp and shaded environment protected from the elements.

Ferns are For Sale from Wholesale Nursery with Quick Shipping and Low Wholesale Prices