Species table fern Guide

table fern

Pteris ensiformis

Also Known As - silver lace fern,variegated brake fern

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Spore Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

9

Sun:

filtered shade,part sun/part shade

Fruits:

brown,black Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Table Ferns should be watered lightly and often, about once a week. However, if the soil feels dry, you can water it more frequently. Be careful not to overwater as this plant does not like to be soggy. Water generously and thoroughly (until water is draining from the drainage holes). Be sure to allow the water to completely drain out before refilling the pot with new water.

sunlight

Table Ferns require moderate to bright indirect sunlight for most of the day. About 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight a day is the best. Too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves to become scorched or yellow. The table fern can also tolerate lower light conditions, but it will not thrive as best as it can with moderate to bright indirect light.

pruning

Table ferns (Pteris ensiformis) should be pruned in the spring or early summer, as soon as new growth appears. Pruning should be done to maintain a desired shape or size, and no more than 1/3 of the plant should be removed in each pruning session. Doing too much pruning may weaken the plant so it is best to remove no more than what is necessary. In addition, it is important not to leave any jagged edges in the plant which could lead to disease.