Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Bird's nest fern
Asplenium nidus
A broad-fronded fern for a north window; fragile fronds.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | bright light or light shade (north window) | [1] |
| Temperature | ideal 16–21 °C (60–70 °F); will not survive below 4 °C (40 °F) | [1] |
| Humidity | a pebble tray of water may be needed | [1] |
| Fertilising | dilute liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth | [1] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.