How often to water ferns?

A large fern may require watering daily, while a small fern in the bathroom - where the humidity is high - may require less frequent watering. The key is to water the fern before the soil dries, but to avoid soggy soil. This means good drainage is vital to the health of indoor ferns. read more

Watering a Boston fern isn’t rocket science, but understanding how much and how often to water Boston ferns requires a bit of practice and careful attention. Too much or too little water are both detrimental to the plant. read more

Ferns growing in the ground outdoors need about 1 inch or 3 gallons of water each week. The amount should be adjusted for the growing conditions, the fern species' requirements and the weather. All newly planted ferns should be watered as often as necessary to maintain uniformly moist soil for the first one or two months, until they are well-established. read more

The optimum watering intervals for ferns vary, but water them often enough to prevent the soil from drying out and to keep the soil evenly moist. Don't allow ferns to sit in water. Mist them every two to three days. read more