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I plan to divide some outdoor ferns from a partially sunny location and replant them. Will these ferns grow well on a north facing side of the house?

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If the ferns are now growing in partial sun they should be replanted in an area with similar sun exposure.

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Can an outdoor fern be planted in an area where there is very limited sunlight and moss grows?

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Depending on the type of fern, yes. Most ferns grow best in shade, and the moss is an indicator that the soil will be moist enough for a fern.

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I purchased outdoor ferns but they're overcrowded. Can I separate them?

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Yes. You can do this even if it's a single fern, you just clip it and separate the shoots.

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Can a fern that has been growing indoors be planted outside?

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Yes, but you will want to harden the plant off first by introducing it to the outside slowly. Place it outside for a few hours each day to start, then increase the amount of outside time until it appears tougher than before. Avoid extreme weather, including frost, storms and wind, especially early on in the process.

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Can I cut a frond in the middle of it when part of it is dying? Is it best to cut it all off?

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By cutting away dead leaves on most plants, you redirect the nutrients to new growth rather than repairing old or damaged leaves. Cutting away dry tips will help your ferns look healthy and they will grow faster.

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Can an outdoor fern be split in the fall, and the separated plants be directly be planted in the ground?

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Yes, I've done it with several large old ferns; this is in the Pacific NW, where the winters generally are mild, though - so the new ferns didn't have to cope with deep frost during that first winter.

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