{"product_id":"pelleae-rotundifolia-button-fern","title":"Pellaea rotundifolia \"Button Fern\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePelleae rotundifolia, commonly known as the \"Button Fern,\" is a small indoor fern cherished for its round, compact fronds. Here's how to care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Button Ferns prefer bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun exposure, as this can scorch their fronds. Place them near a bright window, but out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintain ambient temperatures around 18°C to 24°C (65°F to 75°F). Avoid significant temperature fluctuations and cold drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging. Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry. Lukewarm, non-calcareous water is preferable. Ensure the pot has good drainage to prevent waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Button Ferns thrive in high humidity. To increase the humidity around the plant, you can use a humidifier, place a tray of water nearby, or lightly mist the fronds with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a good quality, light, well-draining potting mix for houseplants. You can add peat or sphagnum moss to improve moisture retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightly fertilize Button Ferns with a diluted balanced fertilizer about once a month during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce fertilization in autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Button Ferns generally do not require pruning. Simply remove dead or yellowing fronds to maintain a neat appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/strong\u003e: Watch out for pests such as mealybugs and aphids. Treat them promptly if you spot them. Ferns can also be susceptible to spider mites in low humidity conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Button Ferns tend to grow slowly and do not need frequent repotting. You might consider repotting them every 2-3 years if they become too pot-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"3.5 inches","offer_id":48182946267440,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":45597694722352,"sku":"92320504722352","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":45597694755120,"sku":"92320504755120","price":27.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/38b27d24f253e8e184dec87e23c45603.jpg?v=1688852011","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/pelleae-rotundifolia-button-fern","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}