Austroblechnum Penna-Marina Care 101: Water, Light & Growing Tips

Austroblechnum Penna-Marina

Also known as

Austroblechnum penna-marina, Antarctic hard-fern, alpine water fern, pinque and Austroblechnum penna-marina

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Blechnum penna-marina

Genus

Blechnum

Family

Blechnaceae

Order

Polypodiales

How to care for Austroblechnum Penna-Marina

💦 Water

How often to water your Austroblechnum Penna-Marina

Austroblechnum Penna-Marina needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Austroblechnum Penna-Marina in your home

Austroblechnum Penna-Marina may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Austroblechnum Penna-Marina in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Austroblechnum Penna-Marina

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Austroblechnum Penna-Marina: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Austroblechnum Penna-Marina after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

#whoknew Who knew gardening helped released serotonin! Dirt has a microbiome, and it may double as an antidepressant Time to get dirt under my fingernails! #Seymour #theamigos Hey Everyone, I hope you are all having a lovely weekend so far. It's Sunday morning and I saw some lovely plants when I went for a walk earlier. And I just started watching my Sunday morning highlight, And he said a remarkable thing - that getting dirt under your fingernails is a great anti-depressant! Who knew? So I have set up a new group consisting of one member (again LOL 😆 🙃 😅) #whoknew And it's apparently true too: Getting down and dirty is the best ‘upper’ – Serotonin Getting your hands dirty in the garden can increase your serotonin levels – contact with soil and a specific soil bacteria, Mycobacterium vaccae, triggers the release of serotonin in our brain according to research. Serotonin is a happy chemical, a natural anti-depressant and strengthens the immune system. Lack of serotonin in the brain causes depression. .https://. https:// https:// https:// https:// #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantaddict #plantmafia #newgrowth #mentalhealthmatters #supportgroup #supportgroupsunday #greggang #greggerssupportinggreggers #outdoorgrowing #planttherapy #depressionsucks #adhdplantlovers #theamigos #seymour #plantboosttuesday

🌟❤️Plant Boost Tuesday ❤️🌟 😄A Boost for July 23, 2024😄 Thanks for all the support and for those who have already joined us to boost each other this Tuesday🙏 Why not join us too #plantboosttuesday #plantinginspiration The idea is that we support each other, with our shared love of plants, by adding inspiration and lifting each other's spirits.🤝🫂😄 Life comes with challenges ❤️‍🩹 and suffering 😢 and yet we can all offer a boost to others 💉, to help the moment ⏱️, the day⌛ and the week 📅. If you find you need a boost, just click and see what others😸😸 can offer with inspirational quotes 🤔, inspiring plant ideas 🌹💐🌸🌱🪻🪴and anything that just adds to your day.👍 Welcome to Plant Boost Tuesday As with every Plant Boost Tuesday, I look for some “inspiration” and this week it was some useful diagrams related to plants or our own health and welfare that I would like to share as these helps diagrams mean we can have better plants and enjoy them more as well as an easy way to convey information. Enjoy 😊 Why not share any diagrams you have below! 👇 More Plant Boost Tuesday from me at anothe time. #plantboosttuesday #plantinginspiration #seymour #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantaddict #greggang #greggerssupportinggreggers #mentalhealthmatters #newgrowth #propagationstation #succulentlove #planttherapy #theamigos #PLANTMAFIA

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Austroblechnum Penna-Marina 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

Austroblechnum Penna-Marina may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.