{"product_id":"blue-star-fern-phlebodium-aureum-british-grown","title":"Blue Star Fern - Phlebodium aureum - British Grown","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePhlebodium aureum (vein-like gold) 'Blue Star'\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBlue Star Fern, Golden Polypody, Golden Serpent Fern, Cabbage Palm Fern\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTropical rainforests of South America\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Blue Star Fern gets its name from the blue-green hue of its foliage, a fascinating colouring which will look great in your home. Its leaves also give it many of its names in their shape, being likened to veins, feet, stars or serpents; whatever you compare them to, the thick fronds of this fern's leaves give it a bushy, easy-to-maintain foliage which can thrive in your home, either in a hanging pot or standing on your sideboard.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCan withstand all ranges of indirect light- just don't place it in your brightest window, where it will get sunburnt!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAllow the top third of the soil to dry out in between watering; this plant is not very resistant to drought, so be sure to keep its hydration regular!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHumidity\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThrives in higher humidity, so will appreciate a humidity tray or more frequent misting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse a well-draining but moisture retentive mix to satisfy your Blue Star's thirst and make sure it doesn't drown.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAverage household temperatures of about 18-26°C are fine- make sure it doesn't drop below 12°C in winter.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWhen watering, make sure to hydrate the visible 'hairy' parts of the root, which will encourage growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":43538924601597,"sku":"CF2221","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/blue-star-fern-phlebodium-aureum-british-grown-835448.jpg?v=1694856009","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/blue-star-fern-phlebodium-aureum-british-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}