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Light:
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Shade
to partial sun (north, east or west exposure).
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Temperature:
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Maintain
as a potted plant at indoor temperatures above 60°F.
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Humidity:
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Preferably
50% or higher. The higher the humidity the better. They
suffer from long periods of low humidity.
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Watering:
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Soil should
remain evenly moist. Do not dry out. Fronds
will be damaged by wilt. Plastic pots for ferns are better
than clay because they hold more moisture.
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Fertilizer:
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Use
low levels of fertilizer. Fertilize once a month with a dilute
solution. Sensitive to high salt levels.
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Pruning:
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Prune damaged or
yellowing fronds as needed.
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Insects and
Disease:
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Highly
susceptible to scale and slug and snail damage.
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Comments:
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Maidenhair ferns
or adiantums need high humidity and even moisture to grow
successfully. When growing in a home situation, cluster
plants with other plants on pebble trays for humidity or keep water in
a saucer to ensure constant moisture.
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