Ideal Temperature for Crested woodfern

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Crested woodfern(Dryopteris cristata)
Crested woodfern(Dryopteris cristata)
Crested woodfern(Dryopteris cristata)
Crested woodfern(Dryopteris cristata)

Signs of Cold Stress in Crested woodfern

Symptoms

Crested woodfern tolerates cold well, but winter temperatures should stay above 40℉. If temperatures fall below this point, while no immediate changes might be seen in winter, reduced or absent sprouting could occur in spring.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.

Signs of Heat Stress in Crested woodfern

Symptoms

Crested woodfern does not handle high temperatures well. When temperatures go above 75℉, its growth ceases, and it becomes more prone to rot.

Solutions

Remove any parts that are sun-damaged and dried. Relocate the plant to an area offering protection from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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