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4.0 out of 5 (1 experiences)


Also known as
Variegated Holly Fern
Taxonomy
Arachniodes simplicior 'Variegata'
Arachniodes
Dryopteridaceae
Polypodiales

How to care for Indian Holly Fern

How often to water your Indian Holly Fern

every 7
Indian Holly Fern needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Boston, Massachusetts
27% Very Low

Growing Indian Holly Fern in Boston right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low š
January 26th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Boston is currently very low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in deterā¦
Sunlight will increase by 33.7% āļø
January 23rd, 2023
Boston is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Boston is expected to increase by 33.7% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 7.9 megajoules of energy per m2 per ā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.1 hours š
January 27th, 2023
This month, Boston is getting an average of 6.3 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 11.6% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.1 total hours of daylā¦
Finding light for Indian Holly Fern in your home

a window
Indian Holly Fern may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Boston, Massachusetts ā .

How to fertilize Indian Holly Fern

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Indian Holly Fern after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Indian Holly Fern is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Indian Holly Fern may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Indian Holly Fern does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Indian Holly Fern should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Care Summary for Indian Holly Fern
Indian Holly Fern
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Boston, Massachusetts, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.

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