Frosted Ferns!
Posted by TON Staff on Aug 7th 2024
A Holiday Favorite!
Frosty Fern is a popular holiday plant with its unique green foliage and silvery tips. The frosty appearance of this plant gives it a wintery look, making it a great complement to Poinsettias, Cyclamen, or Kalanchoes for a festive touch!
Beyond the Holidays
- Indoors: Often used in terrariums.
- Outdoors: Thrives in sheltered areas in USDA zones 6 through 9.
Frosty Fern: Not a Fern, Not a Moss
- Official Name: Selaginella kraussiana
- Type: A spikemoss, related to ferns but not a true fern.
- Appearance: A variegated form of Selaginella kraussiana.
Care Tips
Light:
- Prefers bright, indirect light.
- Avoid direct sunlight, even in winter.
Watering:
- Water thoroughly every 2-3 days.
- Water when the soil feels dry or the plant feels lighter.
- Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging.
Humidity:
- Likes high humidity.
- To increase humidity, place the pot on a tray of pebbles filled with water. The pot should sit on the pebbles, not in the water. As the water evaporates, it will add moisture to the air around your plant.
Enjoy your Frosty Fern!