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Fern 'Austral Gem'
1Strong and Feathery?! That's right the Austral Gem can do both! Strong & Handsome with its deep glossy green foliage. This fern is both durable and beautiful.
Grow Pot Size: 4”
Overall Height Including Grow Pot: 10-12”
Plant Care Level: Medium
Key Benefits
This air purifying superstar is not only great for your health and cleaning the air. But its thick glossy fronds provide a visual escape, making you feel transported into the temperate forests of Norfolk Island.
Fern ‘Austral Gem’ Care Tips
The Fern ‘Austral Gem’ Story
Where is it from?
This fern is from Norfolk Island - Australia.
Who is the Fern ‘Austral Gem’?
The Austral Gem has been created to be drought-tolerant no mess fern. The waxy thick leaves are what make this fern adaptable to small droughts and periods without water.
Good For You!
Clean: This Hybrid is sterile and won’t cause a mess with spores.
Breath Deep: Ferns belonging to the Asplenium family are natural air purifying plants, and have been documented at removing pollutants and toxins from the air such as: formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.
Is the Fern ‘Austral Gem’ the right plant for me?
The Austral Gem is great for those looking for a breath of tranquillity. This hybrid is created for those who like the look of ferns but have found them difficult in the past.
Pet Friendly: Yes, we love a good pet-friendly fern!
Location Suggestions: Ferns belong to the Asplenium genus and enjoy evenly damp soil and high humidity, This makes them excellent bathroom and Kitchen plants.
Care Instructions
Light
Indirect, medium - Part Shade
Water
Keep the soil slightly moist. Water thoroughly and drain any excess water.
Repotting
This can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot.
Soil
Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.
Temperature
Average from 65°F to 75°F
Feeding
Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
Grooming
Gently remove dried, browning mature leaves from the base.
Care
Mist with water occasionally or place your plant in your kitchen or bathroom.
General Information About Your Plant
Origin
Norfolk Island - Australia
Leaves
The delicate leaves are what make Ferns so mesmerizing.
Toxicity
Non-toxic. Always keep plants out of reach of pets and children.
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United StatesFren
The plant is pretty .l like it,I was surprised because I thought it was bigger then what was sent to me.all I all plant is small and healthy. Thank you!
BloomBoxClub USA
Hi Mary, We're thrilled to hear that you're loving your Fern 'Austral Gem' plant! Thanks for the review. Best, Juan BBX USA
