{"product_id":"birds-nest-nidus-fern","title":"Bird's Nest 'Nidus' Fern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAsplenium nidus\u003c\/em\u003e (bird's nest fern)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge, light green, often crinkled fronds grow from a central rosette, which gives the plant its name. It is native to tropical Asia and eastern Africa and does best in rainforest-like conditions: bright, indirect light and high humidity. Leaves can reach about 5 ft when the plant is well cared for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to care for a bird's nest fern\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright, indirect light, such as an east- or north-facing window. Keep it away from heat vents and fireplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Water around the edge of the pot and keep water off the center crown, because water can pool there and cause rot. Do not stand the pot in a saucer of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e a humidifier nearby in winter, or a pot on a tray of pebbles with water kept below the pot base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly during the growing season, with a houseplant fertilizer at half the label rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardy outdoors in zones 11 to 12 only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for a bird's nest fern?\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it bright, indirect light and water when the top inch of soil is dry. Keep the crown dry and raise humidity in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a bird's nest fern?\u003c\/strong\u003e A tropical fern (Asplenium nidus) with broad, crinkled, light green fronds that grow from a central rosette, native to tropical Asia and eastern Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does bird's nest fern reproduce?\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoors, it is usually grown from spores or divided from the parent plant. Spores take patience and a humid setup, so most people buy a plant rather than growing from spores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs bird's nest fern pet-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e We have not verified this plant on the ASPCA list, so we do not make a pet claim. Check the ASPCA database before you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource for care guidance: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hgic.clemson.edu\/?p=38765\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eClemson Extension HGIC, How to Grow and Care for Bird's Nest Fern\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipped alive in a 4\" nursery pot. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/guarantee\"\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Palma","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Nursery Pot","offer_id":50613415444578,"sku":"4_FERN_NIDUS","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Nursery Pot","offer_id":50613415477346,"sku":"6_FERN_NIDUS","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Eco Pot Terra Cotta","offer_id":50613415510114,"sku":"4_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.TERRACOTTA_4IN","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Eco Pot Black","offer_id":50613415542882,"sku":"4_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.BLACK_4IN","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Eco Pot White","offer_id":50613415575650,"sku":"4_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.WHITE_4IN","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":50613415608418,"sku":"4_FERN_NIDUS_POT_COW_4IN","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Eco Pot Terra Cotta","offer_id":50613415641186,"sku":"6_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.TERRACOTTA_6IN","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Eco Pot Black","offer_id":50613415673954,"sku":"6_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.BLACK_6IN","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Eco Pot White","offer_id":50613415706722,"sku":"6_FERN_NIDUS_POT_ECO.WHITE_6IN","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot \/ Cow Pot","offer_id":50613415739490,"sku":"6_FERN_NIDUS_POT_COW_6IN","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/1646\/1154\/files\/32c72af2-0268-53c7-9b60-21aa6f26daf3.jpg?v=1791507749","url":"https:\/\/palmaplants.com\/products\/birds-nest-nidus-fern","provider":"Palma Botanical Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}