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Here’s how to revive an almost dry fern, care for it, reproduce it and plant it

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When a plant begins to wilt and its foliage loses its green color, it is definitely wilting. Watering too little or too much can be fatal for your plant. If you notice signs of dryness in your fern, know that it is possible to revive it, however.
How to revive a dried fern?
Stage 1

The first thing you need to do is prune any wilted and dry leaves at the base. The cut must be lateral or at an angle.

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2nd step

Soak your plant in a large container or bucket of water. Then air bubbles will begin to come out of the soil. Once all the bubbles have evacuated, remove the pot from the container for better drainage, for an hour or two.
How to maintain the indoor fern?

Location

The fern appreciates light, but without direct exposure to sunlight . So keep your plant in a room that gives it partial shade. If you notice that your fern leaves are starting to dry out and turn brown, that means your plant is getting too much sun.

The fern is a tropical plant that appreciates heat, so the temperature of the room in which it is located should be between 16°C and 22°C.

Irrigation

Both indoors and outdoors, ferns need heat, but also humidity. Remember to water the soil as soon as it feels dry to the touch. It should always remain moist, but not too wet. Additionally, excessive watering suffocates the roots of the fern , which also drowns.

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