{"product_id":"pteris-fern-unknown-2","title":"Pteris Fern Unknown","description":"\u003cp\u003ePteris Ferns are a genus of about 300 species that are often called ‘Brake Ferns’ or ‘Ribbon Ferns’ in homage to their foliage. These ferns vary in appearance depending on the variety, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esome have fronds that a slender and long just like ribbons. Others are lobbed and wide like this Pteris variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBeing a fern this plant naturally helps purify the air, not only is this plant beautiful to look at but it’s also helping clean the air you breathe! These plants are perfect for indoor displays, patios and garden beds and look amazing growing in a pot or hanging basket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e☀️This plant requires bright, indirect light but harsh direct sunlight needs to be avoided as this can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e💧Water when the top 2-3cm of soil dries out. It’s best not to let these plants fully dry out, you’ll notice the fronds start to drop and the leaves can begin to wilt and brown. We chose to bottom water ferns and keep them in trays of water as they dry out quickly in sunny QLD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e〰️These plants do prefer slightly higher humidity levels as they are tropical\/sub-tropical plants but nothing that requires too much specialised care. If you notice crispy, brown looking marks on the leaves this is typically a sign of not enough humidity. You can create more humidity by clustering plants together and misting the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🌡️These plants are very adaptable in regards to temperature, standard room temperatures between 18-24°C are perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🍴Use a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e✂️ Most propagation is achieved by dividing large clumps or from spores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🪴Repot every in a well draining potting mix as required. These plants do prefer to be slightly root bound. The roots are very fine and har like so try to be very careful with the roots are ball and reduce as much disturbance as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(Each living plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, colour, or shape depending on the season. Flowering plants are sent when available. You will receive a bare rooted plant similar to the ones in the pictures provided.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aroids Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46372966170773,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0447\/2432\/2453\/files\/99CCA518-19B1-4990-9711-8092286CCD4A.jpg?v=1757063132","url":"https:\/\/www.aroidsaustralia.com.au\/products\/pteris-fern-unknown-2","provider":"Aroids Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}