{"title":"Kangaroo and Crocodile Ferns","description":"\u003cp\u003eKangaroo ferns and their relatives are Microsorum: ferns with creeping rhizomes and leathery fronds, far tougher than the soft, lacy ferns that collapse when a watering is missed. The native Kangaroo Fern is a hardy groundcover and basket plant for shade. The tropical Crocodile Fern has puckered fronds patterned like reptile skin, and the crested forms have forked, ruffled tips. Choose by your climate and by whether the plant will live outdoors or inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose a kangaroo fern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kangaroo-fern-microsorum-diversifolium\"\u003eKangaroo Fern (Microsorum diversifolium)\u003c\/a\u003e is native to south eastern Australia and New Zealand. Its glossy, dark green fronds vary on the one plant, some simple and strap shaped, others deeply lobed, and it spreads by rhizomes that creep over soil, rocks and logs. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kangaroo-fern-hanging-basket-microsorum-diversifolium\"\u003eKangaroo Fern Hanging Basket\u003c\/a\u003e is the same fern grown to spill over the sides of a basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crocodile-fern-microsorum-musifolium-crocodyllus\"\u003eCrocodile Fern Crocodyllus\u003c\/a\u003e is a tropical species with long, light green fronds netted with dark veins, much like crocodile skin. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/terrestrial-elkhorn-fern-microsorum-punctatum-grandiceps\"\u003eTerrestrial Elkhorn Fern\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-flame-fern-microsorum-punctatum-green-flame\"\u003eGreen Flame Fern\u003c\/a\u003e are forms of Microsorum punctatum, with upright, strappy fronds. The first has forked, crested tips that give it its common name. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-wave-fern-microsorum-scolopendria-green-wave\"\u003eGreen Wave Fern\u003c\/a\u003e is another warm climate member of the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere kangaroo ferns grow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe native Kangaroo Fern grows outdoors in shade from cool temperate to subtropical climates, from Tasmania and Melbourne up to Brisbane. It tolerates light frost under tree cover and, once established, short dry spells. Use it under trees, on the shaded south side of a house, in a fernery, or trained up a tree fern trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crocodile Fern and the Microsorum punctatum forms are tropical. They grow outdoors in sheltered shade in frost free subtropical and tropical gardens. Elsewhere they are indoor plants for a warm, bright room out of direct sun, and they appreciate the humidity of a bathroom or kitchen. Cold draughts and frost damage them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor companions, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/birds-nest-ferns\"\u003ebirds nest ferns\u003c\/a\u003e and the wider range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in shade or filtered light, in an open, free draining mix with plenty of composted bark. In pots, a good potting mix blended with orchid bark works well. The rhizomes must sit on the surface: do not bury them, or they will rot. Rest them on the mix and peg them down if needed. As a groundcover, space plants 40 to 50 centimetres apart. Wide, shallow pots and baskets suit these ferns better than deep ones, because the roots are shallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare basics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the mix moist but never sodden, and let the surface dry slightly between waterings. Water less in winter. Feed with a half strength liquid fertiliser every few weeks from spring to autumn. Cut old or damaged fronds off at the base. Brown tips and edges usually mean dry air or a mix that has dried right out. Divide crowded plants in spring by cutting off a length of rhizome with roots and fronds attached and pinning it onto fresh mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the kangaroo fern easy to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one of the more forgiving ferns, with leathery fronds that cope with drier air and the odd missed watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan a kangaroo fern grow indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows well indoors in bright, indirect light, in a pot or basket, with the mix kept lightly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my crocodile fern fronds browning at the edges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe air is too dry, or the plant has dried out or been chilled. Move it to a warmer, more humid spot and water more evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo these ferns take direct sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGentle morning sun is fine. Hot midday and afternoon sun bleaches and scorches the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"terrestrial-elkhorn-fern-microsorum-punctatum-grandiceps","title":"Terrestrial Elkhorn Fern - Microsorum punctatum ‘Grandiceps’","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerrestrial Elkhorn Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum punctatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Grandiceps') is the fern for a shaded spot that needs shape rather than softness. It forms a clump about 60cm tall and 60cm across, built from upright strappy fronds that split into flat crested fans at the tips. It takes heat, humidity and damp soil without complaint, and it is not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrested tips that read as sculpture.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each frond forks into a fan at the end, so a clump looks worked on even when it has been ignored.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely happy in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a plant for the dark side of the house or a room away from a window, where most ferns thin out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt tolerates wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot that stays damp will not kill it, which makes it far more forgiving than a maidenhair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, so it can sit at floor level in a home with animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and in courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light and a warm room suit it anywhere in the country, which matters because outdoors it is frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm pot holds a mature clump comfortably. Shaded balconies and covered courtyards are close to its natural conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens, plant 50cm apart under trees or along a shaded path and the clumps knit into continuous cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Terrestrial Elkhorn Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to part shade, never direct midday sun, which scorches the fronds. Outdoors it belongs in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It is frost tender, so in cool temperate and inland gardens grow it in a pot and bring it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining mix with plenty of organic matter, such as a quality potting mix opened up with bark or perlite. In the ground, dig compost through and mulch lightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix evenly moist through the warm months and ease back in winter. Half strength liquid fertiliser monthly from spring to autumn is plenty. Avoid letting it dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrooming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut spent or browned fronds off at the base rather than trimming them partway, since a cut frond never regrows its tip. Old fronds are replaced from the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in one size, a 300mm pot, so you receive an established clump with several full fronds rather than a young division. That size can go straight into a decorative pot or into a prepared shaded bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns travel with some frond bruising or a tired look after transit, which is normal and grows out. Give it a week in a shaded, sheltered spot before planting, and expect new fronds within four to six weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eIdeal fern environments in your garden\u003c\/a\u003e covers light, humidity and placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eplants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003epet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Ferns reproduce by spores, not flowers, and you may see brown spore dots in rows on the undersides of mature fronds. Those are healthy, not a pest problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside in Melbourne or Adelaide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the ground. It is frost tender and suited to tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, so in cooler southern cities keep it potted and move it indoors or under a verandah for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet plants 50cm apart. At that spacing the crowns meet within a season or two and read as continuous ground level foliage rather than separate clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the frond tips browning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry air, dry mix or too much direct light. Move it out of the sun, keep the mix evenly moist, and cut damaged fronds back at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":51625610379583,"sku":"MIC-PUN-GRA-300MM","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Terrestrial-Elkhorn-Fern-Microsorum-punctatum-Grandiceps.jpg?v=1768455863"},{"product_id":"crocodile-fern-microsorum-musifolium-crocodyllus","title":"Crocodile Fern - Microsorum musifolium ‘Crocodyllus’","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrocodile Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum musifolium\u003c\/em\u003e 'Crocodyllus') is the fern to buy when you want something that looks rare but behaves like a houseplant. It reaches about 80cm tall and a metre across, with broad undivided fronds netted in a raised green pattern that genuinely does resemble crocodile hide. It is also non toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe leaf pattern is the point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide glossy fronds carry a raised vein network, so it holds interest all year without ever flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, unlike many popular indoor foliage plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light, a pot that drains and steady moisture cover almost everything it needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt fills a corner without crowding.\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 80cm by 1m it reads as a substantial plant inside the footprint of one large pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity is a plus, not a problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bathrooms, sheltered courtyards and tropical gardens all suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, anywhere in the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e The main use, and inside your climate stops mattering, which counts with a plant this frost tender. Keep it bright, out of direct sun and clear of heating and cooling outlets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a sheltered shaded courtyard it grows happily in a wide pot. Choose a container at least 300mm across so the creeping rhizome can run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in warm gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under a canopy in the tropics or subtropics it makes a bold understorey clump beside finer textured ferns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing crocodile fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light gives the strongest patterning. Deep shade slows it down and direct sun scorches the fronds within days. Outdoors it is limited to tropical and subtropical gardens, because it is frost tender and will not survive a cold night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining organic mix rather than heavy potting soil. An orchid or aroid style mix suits the shallow creeping rhizome. Never bury the rhizome, and always use a pot with a drainage hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix consistently damp but never sodden. Water when the top 2cm is dry, tip out the saucer, and group plants together in dry indoor air. Feed a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little to do. Cut spent or damaged fronds off at the base rather than trimming partway, since a cut frond never regrows its tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fern is grown as tube stock. A tube is a young plant with a few fronds, typically 10 to 20cm tall, and it will fill a 200mm pot within a season or two. Buying at this size lets the plant settle into your light and water routine while it is still adaptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns dislike transit more than tougher plants, so expect a little frond edge browning on arrival and treat it as travel stress rather than a fault. Pot it up promptly, water it in, then leave it somewhere bright and indirect for a fortnight. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGetting the environment right for ferns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more options in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plants that are safe for pets\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Crocodile fern is not toxic to cats or dogs, which makes it one of the safer choices for a house with curious pets. Nibbled fronds still spoil the look, so a raised position helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the frond tips going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always dry air or inconsistent watering. Move it away from heating and cooling vents, keep the mix evenly damp rather than swinging between soaked and bone dry, and group plants together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a true fern, so it reproduces by spores. The brown spots in rows underneath mature fronds are spore cases, not a pest or a disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643710275903,"sku":"MIC-MUS-CRO-tube","price":25.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100426879295,"sku":"MIC-MUS-CRO-140MM-P10","price":235.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100427043135,"sku":"MIC-MUS-CRO-200MM-P6","price":226.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100426846527,"sku":"MIC-MUS-CRO-250MM-P3","price":287.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Crocodile-Fern-Microsorum-musifolium-Crocodyllus.png?v=1794662035"},{"product_id":"crocodile-fern-microsorum-musifolium-lady-crocodyllus","title":"Crocodile Fern - Microsorum musifolium 'Lady Crocodyllus'","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrocodile Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum musifolium\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lady Crocodyllus') is the fern to choose when you want a bold, single leaf shape rather than the usual lacy frond. It forms a rosette roughly 80cm tall and wide, with broad glossy fronds crossed by a raised vein network that looks like crocodile hide. It is also one of the few statement indoor plants that is not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe foliage is the whole point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide, undivided, deep green fronds with a puckered vein pattern that reads as texture from across a room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe with pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, so it can sit at floor level in a house where things get chewed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 80cm each way it fills a corner or a plant stand without taking over the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance for a fern.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles ordinary indoor conditions far better than a maidenhair, and asks mainly for steady moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow and stable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth is unhurried, so it holds its shape for years and rarely needs repotting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its main use anywhere in the country. Bright indirect light near an east facing window, a bathroom or a well lit hallway all suit it, and indoors your climate stops mattering for a plant this frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows epiphytically, on trees rather than in soil, so a wide shallow pot with a chunky free draining mix beats a deep pot of dense potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and shaded courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it only works in tropical and subtropical gardens, in full shade and out of wind, which shreds the broad fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Crocodile Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light, never direct sun, which scorches the fronds. Outdoors it is limited to frost free tropical and subtropical gardens in deep shade. In every other zone treat it as an indoor plant, and keep it away from air conditioning vents and heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky, open mix: orchid bark or coco chips blended through a quality potting mix. The pot must have a drainage hole, since dense mix holds water around the rhizome and rots it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix lightly and evenly moist, watering once the top 2cm feels dry, and tip out the saucer. Humidity matters more than most expect, so group it with other plants or use a pebble tray in a dry room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and grooming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer, none in winter. Cut tired fronds off at the base rather than trimming the tips, since a cut frond never regrows its end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fern is grown in tubes. You are buying a young plant with a few small fronds, not the mature rosette in the photograph, and it is best potted straight into a 200mm pot to grow on. Given the slow growth, expect two to three years to reach a full 80cm rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns dislike the dark of a delivery box, so unpack it promptly and expect a little edge crisping. Trim those fronds off at the base and give it a week somewhere bright and indirect. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eBrowse ferns suited to shady positions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGetting fern growing conditions right\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants that are safe with pets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Crocodile fern is not toxic to cats or dogs, so it suits a home where pets chew foliage. As with any plant, a large mouthful can still upset a stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the frond edges going brown and crisp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always dry air or a missed watering. Move it away from heating and cooling vents, keep the mix evenly moist, and raise the humidity around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in tropical and subtropical gardens, in deep shade and sheltered from wind. It is frost tender, so anywhere with cold winters it needs to live indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643706900799,"sku":"MIC-MUS-LADCRO-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Crocodile-Fern-Microsorum-musifolium-Lady-Crocodyllus.png?v=1794662862"},{"product_id":"kangaroo-fern-microsorum-diversifolium","title":"Kangaroo Fern - Microsorum diversifolium","description":"\u003cp\u003eKangaroo Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum diversifolium\u003c\/em\u003e, now classified as \u003cem\u003eZealandia pustulata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a low creeping fern that sits around 40cm tall and spreads by surface rhizome to roughly a metre across. The fronds are thick and leathery rather than lacy, with irregular lobes that give the plant its name. Native to eastern Australia and New Zealand, it is far tougher than most ferns and not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA fern that forgives you.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leathery fronds hold moisture far better than soft ferns, so a missed watering does not end in a crisp brown clump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt spreads and fills.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizomes creep along the surface and knit into a continuous green carpet over ground that would otherwise need mulching twice a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe with pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not toxic to cats or dogs, which matters for a plant that lives at ground level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors or out, anywhere in the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, and just as happily in a pot inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart for a spreading fern carpet under trees, along shaded fence lines and in courtyards that never see sun. The rhizomes close the gaps within a season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, baskets and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e The creeping habit spills over a pot rim or low wall, and makes a soft green edge to a shaded path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing kangaroo fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to part shade, or bright indirect light indoors. Direct midday sun bleaches and burns the fronds. It handles light frost only, so in cold inland and southern districts plant it under a canopy or keep it potted and sheltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus rich and free draining. Work compost or aged leaf litter through the bed before planting, then mulch lightly. It tolerates ground that stays wet after rain, but the rhizomes should sit on the surface rather than be buried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly damp, especially through the first summer and in pots, which dry out quickly. Half strength liquid fertiliser once a month through spring and summer is plenty. Heavy feeding burns fern roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut old or damaged fronds off at the base in early spring, before the new flush unrolls. Clumps that outgrow their space split easily by cutting through the rhizome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes as tube stock, in packs of ten 140mm pots and packs of six 200mm pots. Tubes are small, two or three fronds, and the economical way to cover a large shaded area over two seasons. The 140mm and 200mm plants already have a spreading rhizome and look established on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns travel well when packed upright and are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect a few weeks of stillness while the roots settle, then a new flush of fronds. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eWhere ferns actually thrive in a garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eBrowse ferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-ground-cover-plants-for-shade\"\u003eThe best groundcovers for shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003eCompare pet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFifty centimetres apart for a continuous carpet. The rhizomes travel sideways, so closer planting only costs you more plants for the same result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is not toxic to cats or dogs, which makes it one of the safer choices for a shaded courtyard or a pot at floor level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it bright indirect light and keep the mix damp but never sodden. A bathroom or a shaded window works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take sun or frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither in quantity. Midday sun scorches the fronds and it handles light frost only. A tree canopy or covered patio protects it from both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":54737737154879,"sku":"MIC-DIV-2-tube","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100576596287,"sku":"MIC-DIV-2-100MM-P10","price":172.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54737737187647,"sku":"MIC-DIV-2-140MM-P10","price":180.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":54737737220415,"sku":"MIC-DIV-2-200MM-P6","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/kangaroo-fern-microsorum-diversifolium-6c9c88.jpg?v=1785941020"},{"product_id":"kangaroo-fern-hanging-basket-microsorum-diversifolium","title":"Kangaroo Fern Hanging Basket - Microsorum diversifolium","description":"\u003cp\u003eKangaroo Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum diversifolium\u003c\/em\u003e) is the fern to reach for when other ferns have disappointed you. Native to Australia and New Zealand, it holds thick glossy fronds to about 40cm tall and creeps outward to a metre or more on surface rhizomes, so a hanging basket spills over the rim within a season. The fronds are leathery rather than lacy, so it shrugs off wind and dry air that would crisp a maidenhair. It is also safe around cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTougher than it looks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind tolerant and comfortable in humidity, with fronds substantial enough for a breezy balcony or a draughty hallway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non toxic to cats and dogs, so it can sit at floor level or hang low without a second thought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt spreads to fill space.\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping rhizomes run across the surface and spread past the listed metre width, closing bare ground under trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Australian native for shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dim, root filled positions where most plants sulk are its natural home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The rhizomes run over the edge and the fronds arch outward, giving a basket a full skirt rather than a bald top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 0.5m apart under established trees or along a shaded fence line, and the rhizomes knit into a continuous carpet within two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is one of the more forgiving indoor ferns, and in a small courtyard it softens paving without ever growing tall enough to block a view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Kangaroo Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or full shade, never hot direct sun, which bleaches and burns the fronds. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens and takes light frost only, so in hard frosting districts keep it under a verandah or indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Open, free draining and rich in organic matter. In pots use a quality mix opened up with perlite or bark. In the ground, work compost through the top 150mm and leave the rhizomes sitting on the surface where they belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist through the warm months without letting it stay soggy, and water less in winter. A half strength liquid feed monthly from spring to autumn is enough, since heavy fertiliser scorches fern roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut old or browned fronds off at the base and leave the rhizomes alone. If a basket outgrows itself, lift a rooted section of rhizome in spring and pot it separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown as tube stock and in 200mm pots sold in packs of six. Tubes are young, usually two or three fronds, and the value choice for covering a shaded bed. The 200mm plants are already full and go straight into a decorative pot or basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns travel with a little frond damage, and a bent or dried tip is normal rather than a fault. Water on arrival and give the plant a fortnight in shade before judging it. New fronds usually appear within four to six weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eThe right conditions for ferns in the garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eWhat else copes with full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kangaroo fern is not toxic to cats or dogs, which is why we list it as pet friendly. A chewed frond may still upset a small stomach, as any plant material can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it take any sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly morning sun is fine. Direct sun from mid morning turns the fronds pale and then brown at the edges, and that damage does not recover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has it never flowered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns do not flower. They reproduce from spores, and the brown dots you may find under a mature frond are spore cases, not pests or disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":54742721298751,"sku":"MIC-DIV-tube","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100595929407,"sku":"MIC-DIV-100MM-P10","price":172.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100595831103,"sku":"MIC-DIV-140MM-P10","price":180.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":54742721331519,"sku":"MIC-DIV-200MM-P6","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/kangaroo-fern-hanging-basket-microsorum-diversifolium-252306.jpg?v=1785941017"},{"product_id":"green-flame-fern-microsorum-punctatum-green-flame","title":"Green Flame Fern - Microsorum punctatum 'Green Flame'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Flame Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum punctatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Flame') is a medium-sized fern with glossy apple-green leaves that stand upright instead of spreading into a wide rosette. It grows about 50cm tall and 50cm wide, and as it matures the leaf tips curl, split and frill. It suits shaded, frost free gardens and indoor pots, and takes up very little floor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt stays upright.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most ferns broaden into wide rosettes. This one holds its shape, so it sits happily in a hallway or a corner without taking over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy apple-green leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature plants develop curled, frilled tips that give the clump a ruffled, almost lettuce-like look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMany planting spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in the forks of trees, wall crevices and rock cracks as well as in the ground and in pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is grown as a houseplant for bright rooms away from direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy going.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade, shelter and steady moisture are about all it asks for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded tropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart as underplanting beneath trees or along a shaded path. Mulch after planting to hold moisture and keep soil temperatures steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a pot in a bright room out of direct sun. Its upright habit keeps it tidy on a stand, shelf or floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree forks, walls and rocks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck a plant into a crevice or the fork of a tree where moisture gathers and the position stays sheltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Green Flame Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade and shelter. It wants a frost free spot, which makes it a natural for tropical and subtropical gardens. It may tolerate a light frost once established, but young plants need protection. In cooler districts, grow it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil. Mulch after planting to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature while the young plant establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it moist through dry periods and ease off in winter. Ferns like humidity and prefer wet leaves to wet roots. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring and a liquid fertiliser every 4 weeks in the warmer months, diluted to half the recommended dose to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little is needed. Cut off any damaged or browned leaves at the base, and re-pot container plants when they outgrow their pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Green Flame Fern as tube stock only. A tube is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once potted on or planted into a shaded, sheltered spot. Expect a small plant on arrival: the upright habit and the frilled tips develop as it matures. Plants travel upright, and a few weeks in humid, warm conditions gets new leaves moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGrowing ferns in Australia: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants for bright rooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Green Flame Fern indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is grown as a houseplant, and its upright habit means it does not need much floor space. Give it a bright spot away from direct sun and keep the potting mix evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it moist through dry periods and reduce watering in winter. It is happier with wet leaves than wet roots, so use free-draining mix and never let the pot stand in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect it from frost. It may tolerate a light frost once established, but a frost free, shaded and sheltered position is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789617725759,"sku":"MIC-PUN-GREENF-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/green-flame-fern-microsorum-punctatum-green-flame.jpg?v=1792191078"},{"product_id":"kangaroo-fern-microsorum-pustulatum","title":"Kangaroo Fern - Microsorum pustulatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eKangaroo Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum pustulatum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a glossy-leaved native fern for shade, reaching about 30cm tall and 60cm wide. Young fronds start whole, then divide into lobed leaves as the plant grows, held on dark brown-black stems that contrast with the bright green. It suits the ground, a pot, a tree fork or a crack in a wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy, changing leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e New fronds begin entire and develop deep lobes with age, so one plant shows several leaf shapes at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark stems for contrast.\u003c\/strong\u003e The brown-black stems set off the bright leaf colour and add definition in a shaded bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA true Australian fern.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows alongside Blechnum ferns in the wild, which makes it a natural fit in a native or subtropical planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrows where little else will.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is happy in tree forks, wall crevices and rock cracks, as well as in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes a fine large houseplant when given a bright spot out of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderplanting and shade gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart beneath trees and tall shrubs, where its leaves cover bare ground and soften trunks and stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropical borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its glossy foliage brings elegance to a shaded border of palms, gingers and other leafy plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in bright, indirect light makes a feature houseplant. Rotate it every so often so it grows evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalls and rocks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck a plant into a crevice or the fork of a tree, where it will creep along and settle in naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Kangaroo Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a shaded, sheltered spot. It thrives in humid conditions, which suits subtropical and warm temperate gardens. Protect it from frost, although an established plant may tolerate a light frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in free draining soil. Mulch after planting to hold moisture and moderate soil temperature while the young plant establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it moist during dry periods and reduce watering in winter. Ferns prefer wet leaves to wet roots. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring and a liquid feed every four weeks in the warmer months, diluted to half the recommended strength to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and repotting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old, tired fronds at the base. Re-pot container plants when they outgrow their pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Kangaroo Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once planted. It arrives as a small tuft with only a few fronds, and it fills out over a season or two. Tube stock is supplied by our grower and is not always on hand. When the tube shows as on backorder, the grower has none, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGrowing ferns in Australia: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eBrowse ferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Choose a bright room without direct sun, keep the mix evenly moist and rotate the pot now and then so the plant grows evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect it from frost. An established plant may tolerate a light frost, but young plants are vulnerable, so grow it in a pot and move it under cover in colder districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves look so different on one plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung fronds start out entire, and mature fronds divide into lobes. A healthy plant carries both, which is a normal part of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790359101759,"sku":"MIC-PUS-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/kangaroo-fern-microsorum-pustulatum.jpg?v=1792208775"},{"product_id":"green-wave-fern-microsorum-scolopendria-green-wave","title":"Green Wave Fern - Microsorum scolopendria 'Green Wave'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Wave Fern (\u003cem\u003eMicrosorum scolopendria\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Wave') is a slender tropical fern about 50cm tall and 20cm wide, with long apple-green leaves that twist as they grow. The twist gives every frond its own shape, so even a small clump looks lively. It suits shaded, humid, frost free spots, from a tropical garden bed to a pot beside a bright window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves with a twist.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each long, narrow frond curls and waves differently, which gives the plant movement even on still days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh apple green colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e The vibrant green lifts a dim corner and sets off darker, broader foliage nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNarrow enough for tight spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 20cm wide it fits where a bigger fern would sprawl, such as a wall crevice, a gap in the rocks or the fork of a tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden plant or houseplant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows outdoors in sheltered tropical gardens and does equally well as a houseplant elsewhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy with a spray.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferns like wet leaves better than wet roots, so a regular mist suits it and keeps the fronds fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical shade gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as an underplanting beneath palms, gingers and shade trees. Plant 25cm apart and the slim clumps knit into a continuous, wavy layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree forks, walls and rocks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck a plant into a crevice in a wall, a crack between rocks or the fork of a tree, with a handful of moist, free draining mix around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and indoor rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a pot it suits a bright spot out of direct sun, away from heaters and air conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Green Wave Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a shaded, sheltered, frost free position. It loves humidity, so tropical and subtropical gardens suit it best outdoors. Protect it from frost: an established plant may tolerate a light frost, but in cooler gardens it is safer in a pot that can come under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in free draining soil and mulch after planting to hold moisture and even out soil temperature while the young plant settles. In a pot, use a quality potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil moist through dry spells and ease off in winter. Mist the leaves regularly. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring, and a liquid feed every 4 weeks through the warmer months, diluted to half the recommended strength to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Little is needed beyond removing damaged fronds at the base. Container plants should be re-potted when they outgrow their pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Green Wave Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small, so keep it in a shaded, sheltered spot while it settles, then pot it on or plant it out once it has taken hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur grower supplies the tube stock and is not always able to. If the tube reads as on backorder, press the notify button on this page and we will email you the day it returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGrowing ferns in Australia: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003ePalms, ferns and tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Green Wave Fern grow indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it bright, indirect light, mist the leaves often and keep it away from heaters and air conditioning. Re-pot when the roots outgrow the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the mix moist during dry periods and cut back in winter. It prefers wet leaves to wet roots, so mist rather than soak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill frost damage it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect it from frost. An established plant may tolerate a light frost, but where winters are cold it is best grown in a pot and moved under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790858486079,"sku":"MIC-SCO-GREENW-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/green-wave-fern-microsorum-scolopendria-green-wave.jpg?v=1792209579"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/collections\/kangaroo-fern-microsorum-diversifolium-6c9c88.jpg?v=1794696483","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/collections\/kangaroo-ferns.oembed","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}