Ferns have always been a large part of the houseplant culture, first becoming popular in the United States during the Victorian era at the end of the nineteenth century, and then again in the 1970s. Ferns are gaining popularity again due to huge numbers of different fern species, as well as their ability to be grown indoors.

Basics Of Fern Care

No matter which fern you choose, they all have similarities. It is best to keep them in medium to bright indirect light. The more colorful the light the bigger they grow. Soft morning light is tolerable, but it is not advisable to spend much time under strong afternoon light, making their thin leaves turn brown. They like soil that is wet most of the time. Most indoor ferns require watering once every 3-5 days but you should be careful not to over-water your plants. They do not like airflow. Do not put your fern near the forced vents, fireplaces, or sliding doors and windows. These conditions make the air and the soil of your plants dry. Prune your plant with scissors at ground level where they meet the main stem, using clean sharp scissors.

6 of our Favorite Ferns

Eureka Farms has listed down six of our favorite ferns for plant lovers:

1. Kimberly Queen Fern

The Kimberly Queen Fern or the Australian Sword Fern is less tall than the Boston or Dallas fern. It is ideal for hanging baskets because the fronds are tightly joined. It grows equally well when placed on any shaded area such as the patio or on a balcony. This lovely fern is ideal for a decorative or deco pot, or hanging baskets. It is a little more hardy than most ferns and can take heat, both high and low humidity, and even full sun if watered regularly. As for placement, we suggest that you place your Queen Fern in the front of your house, you are going to to flaunt this wonderful plant! The Kimberly Queen Fern is an indoor plant that purifies the air. It removes many dangerous elements in the air and at the same time gives fresh oxygen to your house. It will do well in virtually any spot in the home as long as special attention is paid to not placing it near a draft from an air or heating vent.

2. Blue Star Fern

Trying to find a way to add some life as well as texture to your house or backyard? This plant has a powder blue color on the surface of its leaves making it suitable for almost any setting. This Blue Star Fern is the best to bring greenery into your home! This tropical plant is perfect for growing in areas with a high level of humidity and the gorgeous blue foliage will remain attractive throughout the year. Before you buy this plant make sure you know How To Maintain Humidity for Houseplants. Besides, the peculiar formation of fronds makes it a perfect accent in any interior it is located. More than that, it requires little water, about once in two to three days, and a tiny bit of sunlight.

3. Striped Bamboo Fern ‘Golden Zebra'

The Golden Zebra Bamboo Fern is a graceful fern, with finely divided fronds producing striking golden-yellow marginal lines on the lime-green foliage, giving the plant a good splash of variegation. The Striped Bamboo Fern is an ornamental plant of interest because of its appearance as it is quite eye-catching. The fronds are graceful and arching with a green stripe running through the middle of the leaf making this particular fern species have a variegated appearance. The Striped Bamboo Fern prefers partially shaded to shaded position outdoors and is ideal for woodland gardens or planting borders and containers. It has an attractive appearance and is suitable for gardens that provide it with moist, well-drained soil and that are shaded from direct sunlight.

4. Kangaroo Fern

The Kangaroo Fern has large, smooth leaves reminiscent of a kangaroo’s paw and is a type of footed fern that uses rhizome to spread over the ground in its natural environment. The rhizomes are slightly pubescent and will grow around the outside of the pot, adding a little extra interest to this fern. This plant comes from the sunny lands of Australia and does not get stressed if one day is even hotter, or if watering is missed, so fern beginners should love this low-maintenance plant. It is best to place your Kangaroo Fern in a bright kitchen window so it can have additional humidity from the kitchen.

5. Rabbit Foot Fern

Another type of footed fern, the Rabbit Foot Fern features delicate lacy fronds and rhizomes covered in a shaggy, white fuzz. The rabbit foot-like rhizomes often wrap around the pot as the plant grows. It gives the plant an interesting look. It’s native to Fiji, pet-safe, and overall one of the most adaptable and interesting ferns in our collection. The Rabbit Foot Fern won't let you down if you’re looking for the perfect plant for your dining or living room.

6.Maidenhair Fern

Maidenhair Fern needs a lot of care and attention. It is one of the best choices in ferns which has extremely thin fronds. These plants grow wild along the damp and shady forest ground in their natural habitat. The thin leaves make this one a bit of a humidity hog, avoid placing it in direct sunlight or near a draft. It does well in any degree of indirect light and adores humidity, so make sure to spray it! It will absorb water in the room and bloom into a mass of delicate feather-like leaves. Every plant needs a different amount of water so research well about How Often & How Much You Should Water Houseplants.

How to Buy Plants From Eureka Farms?

Now licensed for a full-scale nursery with an extensive inventory of landscaping trees, fruit trees, palm trees, and the largest houseplant collection. If you want to enhance your curb appeal or turn your porch into a class act, Eureka Farms can guide you on how to do it all, from topiary trees and hedges to everything in between. You can rest assured that we will handle the shipment with the utmost care across the country so that when your plants reach you, they will be as fresh as new. These indoor plants require less upkeep, improve home air cleanliness, brighten moods, and provide essential touches of the natural world to the work-from-home office. Happy Planting!