{"product_id":"crispy-wave-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-nidus-crispy-wave","title":"Crispy Wave Bird's Nest Fern - Asplenium nidus 'Crispy Wave'","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrispy Wave Bird's Nest Fern (\u003cem\u003eAsplenium nidus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Crispy Wave') is a small, glossy fern with strongly rippled leaf edges, growing to just 30cm tall and 50cm wide. It was selected in Japan from Osaka parents, and its leaves are around two thirds the length of Osaka's, a size that suits pots, shelves and tight shaded corners. The ruffles develop as the plant matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRippled, ruffled leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wavy edges add a texture that flat leaved ferns cannot match, and the effect strengthens with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact by nature.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 30cm by 50cm it fits containers, indoor gardens, ferneries and rock gardens without outgrowing them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy, rich green foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, shiny fronds in a neat rosette look polished even with very little attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndemanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it shade, steady moisture and shelter from frost. Old fronds are the only tidying it needs.\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 it suits a floor level pot 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\u003ePots and indoor gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the natural home for Crispy Wave. In a pot it stays tidy, and indoors a bright position without direct sun keeps the fronds glossy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded borders and edges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart along a shady path or under trees. At that spacing the rosettes just meet at maturity, giving a continuous band of ruffled foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerneries and rock gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its small size lets it sit among rocks and under larger ferns, where a full size bird's nest fern would swamp its neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Crispy Wave Bird's Nest Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in shade or filtered light, away from direct afternoon sun. It needs a frost free climate, so it is at home in tropical and subtropical gardens and in mild, sheltered warm temperate spots. Elsewhere, treat it as a pot plant and keep it under cover in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining mix is essential so air reaches the roots. Keep the crown of the fern above the soil line and avoid wet feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly, with a layer of mulch, until it is established, usually around 12 weeks. It thrives in humidity, so water often in the warmer months and less in winter. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring, plus a liquid fertiliser every four weeks in the warm months at half strength to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut away old fronds to keep the plant fresh and avoid disease. Repot only when it is outgrowing its pot, which is not often at this size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Crispy Wave Bird's Nest Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that is quick to settle once planted, and in 140mm pots in packs of 10. A young plant has smoother leaves, because the ruffles appear as it grows, so be patient with tube stock. The 140mm pots give a more developed plant to start with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright and should be unpacked and watered soon after arrival. Expect a short pause while the roots establish, 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\"\u003eA guide to ferns: 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\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants to pair with it\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Crispy Wave get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 30cm tall and 50cm wide, which is small for a bird's nest fern, so it will not outgrow a pot or a tight corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves not ruffled yet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ruffles develop as the plant matures and grows. Young plants show a smoother edge at first, then the waves deepen over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a frost free plant, so shelter it wherever winter frost is possible. In cold districts grow it in a pot and bring it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787165598015,"sku":"ASP-NID-CRISPY-tube","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67787165630783,"sku":"ASP-NID-CRISPY-140MM-P10","price":289.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/crispy-wave-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-nidus-crispy-wave.jpg?v=1792149368","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/crispy-wave-bird-s-nest-fern-asplenium-nidus-crispy-wave","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}