.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Bird's Nest Fern Fern, Asplenium, Assorted Description A lush, vibrant fern featuring arching fronds with a distinctive nest-like rosette at the center. This hardy fern adds lush greenery and a tropical touch to any space, thriving in shaded to partly sunny conditions. Suggested Uses Ideal for shaded gardens, indoor fern displays, terrariums, and container planting to create lush, natural accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Asplenium nidus Common Name: Bird's Nest Fern Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 2-3 feet in height, with broad fronds spreading naturally. Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Foliage Type: Deciduous/Evergreen Bloom Time: Rarely flowers indoors; blooms outdoors in summer. Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Indirect bright light; tolerates lower light. Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: Yes Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other shade-loving plants like caladium and hostas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Use well-draining, peat-based soil; keep soil moist but not soggy. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist Soil Type: Rich, organic soil Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged fronds to encourage new growth Winter Care: Keep in a warm, protected location; reduce watering during dormancy Planting Depth: Plant with root ball just below soil surface Fertilization: Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer Special Care: Avoid direct sunlight and cold drafts to prevent leaf scorch