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Easy ferns to grow are the simplest way to take your garden to the next level—no more fighting against pests or diseases - just basking in the beauty of healthy, growing plants. T.N. Nursery stocks various options to help you achieve your best growing season ever. From native cultivars to specialty species, we have something in stock we know you can succeed.
Ferns are ideal for adding color, texture, and life back to dark, damp outdoor spaces. Whether you use them as specimen plants or pair them with other shade-loving perennials, these elegant, long-lived plants have much to offer. While there are many species of ferns, some are particularly easy to grow. Maintaining them is a breeze, making them a preferred choice for both experienced and beginner gardeners.
Lady Fern Is A Easy Fern To Grow
TN Nursery has a beautiful collection of ferns in different colors, sizes, and shapes. You can pick any plant that matches your aesthetics and landscape design, from Lady Fern to Ostrich Fern.
Choosing the right plant arrangement for your shady garden can be tricky, especially with thousands of options available. Easy ferns to grow indoors and outdoors should be your pick if you love vibrant blooms and lush greenery.
Shop Easy Ferns To Grow At TN Nursery
TN Nursery features some of the easiest ferns to grow indoors/outdoors and is suitable for any landscape design. One of the most popular is Hey Scented Fern. This fern is commonly found in woodland areas and is known for its delicate, finely divided fronds. It has a unique scent of freshly mown hay when bruised or crushed, perfect to add a soft fragrance to the space.
Next, we have the Cinnamon Fern, a deciduous fern that grows in moist environments. It features distinctive reddish-brown fertile fronds. This plant is among the very few that grow first in spring.
Maidenhair Is A Easy Fern To Grow
Another loved option is the Maidenhair Fern, famous for its delicate fonds and umbrella-like appearance. These easy-to-grow ferns are some of shady gardens' most popular ground covers. Find all these and other ferns in our easy ferns to grow collection. Take your yard from a dull and shady space to a vibrant and lush green garden.
Easy to Grow
Planting Bare- Root Native Fern Plants
To plant bare root fern rhizomes, start by choosing a shady spot with rich, moist, well-draining soil. Soak the rhizomes in lukewarm water for about an hour before planting to rehydrate them. Loosen the soil a few inches deep, creating a shallow trench or hole.
Insertion of Native Ferns In Soil
Place the rhizome horizontally with the crown (the growing tip) just at or slightly below the soil surface. Cover with soil gently, making sure not to bury it too deeply.
Irrigation After Planting
Water well after planting to help settle the soil around the roots. Keep the area consistently moist, and within a few weeks, new fronds should begin to emerge. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds while the plant establishes.
Grow Tips on Bare Root Ferns
Once ferns are planted, keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy—damp like a wrung-out sponge is ideal. Ferns love humidity, so in dry weather, misting the foliage helps them thrive.
Add Mulch For Ferns
Add a layer of mulch around theplant bases, it helps hold in moisture and keeps weeds out. Avoid harsh sun—most ferns prefer shade or dappled light. Don’t rush to feed them; if the soil is rich with organic matter, that’s often enough. If needed, a light compost top-dressing in spring works well.
