How do you care for asplenium antiquum?
Care tips: water: like most ferns asplenium antiquum likes to stay on the moister side. Water your plant when the top inch of soil has gone dry. Be sure to keep water from getting into the center of the plant as this may cause rot. This is a plant that will appreciate some added humidity. Aspleniun antiquum thrives in a humid spot in your home, away from bright direct sunlight. Water into the soil when it the surface has slightly dried out, avoiding watering into the centre of the rosette as this can cause rot. Any damaged or dead fronds may be carefully removed as needed.
How often should I water Asplenium?
You should avoid watering them from directly above and in the centre to prevent mould. Instead, water from the edges of your pot when the surface layer of the soil feels dry (around twice a week). Regular misting will maintain the level of humidity your bird’s nest fern likes if it’s in a dry environment. Light/Watering At home, keep your Bird’s Nest Fern in a room with an east-facing window or filter bright sunlight through a sheer curtain to best replicate their natural environment. Avoid placing your plant anywhere it will receive too much direct sunlight as the sensitive leaves can burn.Ferns prefer bright, indirect light. A few hours of morning sun or gently filtered light through the cover of trees is the perfect scenario. Avoid direct sunlight that can burn a fern’s more delicate fronds, especially during the hot summer months.Indoor potted Ferns usually need water 2-3 times a week. On the other hand, outdoor or garden Ferns may require daily watering during summer or dry seasons, depending on the temperature and humidity in your region.Ferns are relatively light feeders compared to many other foliage plants. They prefer a balanced fertilizer, such as 20-10-20 or 20-20-20, with micronutrients applied at approximately 200 ppm nitrogen. Too much nitrogen can cause tip burn on the roots and leaves if the plant becomes dry.