hand fern

How to Grow and Care for hand fern

hand fern · Doryopteris pedata

Grow in an open, humus-rich compost in bright, filtered light with a minimum temperature of 15°C

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing hand fern

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in an open, humus-rich compost in bright, filtered light with a minimum temperature of 15°C

How to Water hand fern?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for hand fern?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for hand fern?

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What Soil Is Best for hand fern?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for hand fern?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize hand fern?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune hand fern?

Remove dead or damaged fronds as required

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How to Propagate hand fern?

Propagate from spores, or by division in late spring

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How to Transplant hand fern?

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How to Care for hand fern in Winter?

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How to Plant hand fern?

Grow in an open, humus-rich compost in bright, filtered light with a minimum temperature of 15°C

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How to Repot hand fern?

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How to Harvest hand fern?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of hand fern

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More General Info About hand fern

Attributes of hand fern

Plant typeFerns · Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitClump forming
OriginAmericas

Scientific Classification

Species
Doryopteris pedata
Genus
Doryopteris
Family
Pteridaceae
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