Comments on: Blue star fern: Care tips and growing info

By: Jessica Walliser

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 02:58:25 +0000

In reply to Nadine.

Hi Nadine. Prune the broken fronds back all the way down to the base of the plant. New fronds will emerge from the soil soon enough. Damage like that is quite common in transit.

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By: Nadine

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:31:11 +0000

I received a large blue fern that I ordered online but several of the large fronds broke due to a heavy 2nd plant shipped from the vendor that was placed on top of the Blue Fern in the same box. Should I cut off the broken leaves only and leave the stem, or cut the stems too? I don’t know where I should prune off the damaged parts of the plant. The rest that is not damaged is thriving well. Thanks for your tips in this article as well

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By: Jessica Walliser

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 14:15:19 +0000

In reply to Sylvia.

Most new houseplants go through an acclimatization period when going from a bright greenhouse into a home environment. The humidity levels, sun levels, and other factors take a bit of getting used to. Be sure your blue star fern is getting the proper amount of light. Make sure the plant is not near a forced air heating duct or cold drafts. When you water, be sure to flush water through the pot so it drains out the drainage hole in the bottom (water in the sink). This will flush out any excess fertilizer salts that could be causing the tip burn. Give it time to adjust to its new surroundings.

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By: Sylvia

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:56:28 +0000

Hi, i have a blue star fern which I ordered online about 6 weeks ago. The fern has some brown tips when arrived. Until today it still keep having new brown tips and leaves keep falling off including young leaves. May I know what is the problem? It still in its nursery pot.

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