{"product_id":"bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum","title":"Bird's Nest Fern - Asplenium antiquum","description":"\u003cp\u003eBird's Nest Fern (\u003cem\u003eAsplenium antiquum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compact, cold hardy bird's nest fern for shaded gardens, pots and indoor corners. It forms a glossy rosette of long, strappy fronds that reaches about 90cm tall and up to 1.5m wide in time. Frost is its one real limit, but it copes with cooler conditions than many of its relatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter in the cool.\u003c\/strong\u003e A cold hardy form that settles into cool, frost free gardens where more tender tropical ferns slow down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne tidy rosette.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fronds arch from a central nest in an architectural shape that needs no staking or clipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage for dark corners.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaded spots under trees, beside fences and in courtyards get bold, glossy greenery where flowers would never bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden, pot or tree fork.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fills a shaded bed, lives in a container indoors, or sits in the fork of a tree as a feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bird's nest ferns are regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, so they suit homes with animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as an understorey layer beneath trees, palms and tall shrubs in a tropical themed garden. Plant 1m apart so the rosettes just touch as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and indoor rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e A roomy container keeps it smaller and gives you control over water and shelter. Indoors, choose a bright spot out of direct sun, away from air conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree forks and feature spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sit a plant in the fork of a tree in a pocket of moist potting mix for a natural look, or give a single specimen pride of place beside a shaded entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bird's Nest Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in shade, out of hot afternoon sun. It is ideal in cool, frost free gardens, including sheltered subtropical and warm temperate areas, and it loves humid air. Where frost is likely, grow it in a pot and move it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e The mix must drain freely so air can reach the roots. Set the crown above the soil line, because a buried crown rots and wet feet finish the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. Water often in the warmer months and less in winter. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring and a liquid feed every four 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 Cut old fronds off at the base to keep the plant fresh and reduce disease, but leave the centre of the rosette alone. Repot container plants only once they outgrow their pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Bird's Nest Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that settles in readily once planted, and in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Tubes are the economical way to fill a large shaded area, but they start as modest tufts, so give them a few seasons. The 140mm pots arrive with more leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright and are best unpacked, watered and planted soon after arrival. Expect a quiet few weeks while the roots take hold, then fresh fronds from the centre.\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 more ferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants for pots and rooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-safe-for-pets\"\u003ePlants safe for cats and dogs\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. It suits containers and indoor gardens with bright light, no direct sun and an evenly moist mix. Keep it away from heaters and air conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill frost kill it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrost damages it, so protect it wherever winters bring frost. In a frosty district keep it in a pot under an eave or indoors for the cold months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the frond tips going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry air, hot sun or fertiliser burn. Move it into deeper shade, keep the mix moist, and dilute liquid feed to half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787165008191,"sku":"ASP-ANT-tube","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67787165040959,"sku":"ASP-ANT-140MM-P10","price":288.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum.jpg?v=1792149348","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-antiquum","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}