What to Do When Maidenhair Fern Leaves Dry Out? Causes and Solutions
Maidenhair fern is one of the most popular potted foliage plants in homes today, and dried-out leaves are a problem many people often encounter when growing maidenhair ferns. In fact, the root cause is simply not managing care according to the maidenhair fern's growth habits. Let's take a look below at the causes of dried-out maidenhair fern leaves and the solutions!
Dried leaves caused by excessive light
[Cause of drying] Maidenhair fern likes semi-shaded environments and dislikes direct sunlight. Too much and too intense light will cause rapid evaporation of water from the maidenhair fern's leaves, resulting in dried-out leaves.
[Solution] Generally, it is suitable to place the maidenhair fern in a spot indoors that does not receive sunlight, but during the growing season it still needs some sunlight for growth; bright indirect light is most suitable.
Dried leaves caused by insufficient water
[Cause of drying] Maidenhair fern likes warm and humid environments the most, which includes keeping both the soil in which the maidenhair fern is planted and the surrounding air at a relatively high humidity. The main reason maidenhair fern leaves dry out is often insufficient humidity.
[Solution] Be careful to water the maidenhair fern to keep the soil moist, and also spray water on the leaves frequently to raise air humidity.
Dried leaves caused by excessive water accumulation
[Cause of drying] Maidenhair fern very much likes high-humidity environments, but if watered too much, it can also cause water accumulation, which leads to dried-out maidenhair fern leaves.
[Solution] First, you must control watering, then check whether the pot and soil allow air and water to pass through. If not, consider changing the soil, or switch to hydroponics. When caring for maidenhair fern normally, follow the principle of watering less and misting more. In places in the north where the air is dry, consider placing a saucer of water under the pot to increase air humidity.