TheGreenEscape Platycerium Bifurcatum Staghorn Fern

It means the plant is young and compact, arriving in a 2-inch soil pod. While it is fully rooted and healthy, it will require some time and patience to grow into the large, dramatic antler-shaped fronds typical of mature specimens.

The soil pod is designed to keep the roots hydrated during transit. Once it arrives, you should gently transition the fern into its permanent home, such as a decorative pot or a mounting board, as soon as possible.

Staghorn ferns are epiphytes, meaning they naturally grow on trees rather than in soil. While you can keep it in a pot initially, it will eventually thrive best if mounted on a wooden board or placed in a hanging basket with orchid bark or moss.

The minimum order ensures that the plants remain stable and secure during the shipping process. Packing two plants together helps maintain the proper humidity and protection needed for these delicate ferns to arrive in excellent condition.

These ferns prefer bright, indirect light and should never be placed in direct, harsh sun, which can scorch their fronds. Water them when the moss or soil feels slightly dry to the touch, ensuring the medium remains consistently moist but never waterlogged.