Pteris Albo fern with cream-striped green fronds in a 6-inch nursery pot against a white background

Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot

$39.95
$39.95
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Pteris Albo fern with cream-striped green fronds in a 6-inch nursery pot against a white background
  • Pteris Albo fern with cream-striped green fronds in a 6-inch nursery pot against a white background
  • Pteris Albo fern styled near a bright indoor window in a white BASEL planter; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a black BASEL planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a white OSLO planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a black OSLO planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a white BASEL planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo fern with cream-striped green fronds in a 6-inch nursery pot against a white background
  • Pteris Albo fern styled near a bright indoor window in a white BASEL planter; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a black BASEL planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a white OSLO planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a black OSLO planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo fern styled in a white BASEL planter against a white background; decorative planter sold separately
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
  • Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot
Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot

Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot

$39.95
$39.95

Pteris Albo Variegated Fern adds airy texture to an indoor display with slender green fronds accented by pale cream center stripes. Its arching foliage creates a light, layered silhouette, contrasting beautifully with broader-leaved houseplants. The source identifies this fern as Pteris cretica.

Points of interest

  • Narrow green leaflets with contrasting pale center stripes.
  • Arching fronds create an airy, layered clump.
  • A bright indoor accent for filtered light and consistent moisture.
  • Frond length, variegation, and fullness vary naturally.

Current and mature size

You receive one rooted fern in a 6-inch plastic nursery pot. The source describes representative plants approximately 12–16 inches tall; individual shipping height and spread vary. Over time, the clump can broaden and produce longer arching fronds. Mature dimensions depend on growing conditions and container size; the source's 2–3-foot estimate is not a guaranteed result.

Optional decorative planters

For an indoor display, consider our White BASEL, Black BASEL, White OSLO, or Black OSLO planters. Decorative planters are sold separately; the fern ships in its nursery pot. Each planter has a 6.3-inch opening, but nursery-pot rims and shapes vary, so check the actual pot's widest diameter and height for fit. BASEL and OSLO have no drainage holes and should be used as removable cover pots, not for direct planting.

Care guide

  • Light: Provide bright, indirect light. Filter strong direct sunlight to protect delicate fronds. Avoid a dark corner; insufficient light can weaken growth.
  • Water: Keep the mix evenly moist, not soggy. Water when the surface begins to dry and drain thoroughly. Do not let the entire root ball dry out repeatedly, as fronds can crisp. Check moisture rather than following a fixed calendar, and adjust frequency as conditions change. Never leave the nursery pot standing in water.
  • Soil: Use a moisture-retentive but well-draining houseplant mix and a nursery pot with drainage holes. Shop our Rich Houseplant Soil Blend, sold separately. Avoid compacted, waterlogged soil.
  • Feeding: Ferns need only light feeding during active spring and summer growth. Shop our 2 oz Slow-Release Fertilizer for Houseplants & Succulents, sold separately. Use conservatively according to its label, avoid overfeeding, and do not apply to a dry or stressed root ball. Skip feeding while growth is paused or during extreme heat or cold.
  • Temperature: Keep in a comfortable indoor space away from cold drafts, heating vents, and sudden temperature swings. Protect from frost.
  • Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity helps keep delicate fronds in good condition. Use a humidifier in dry rooms rather than relying on occasional misting for lasting humidity. Maintain gentle airflow and avoid constantly wet foliage.
  • Maintenance: Remove fully brown fronds at the base with clean tools. Handle delicate foliage gently. Repot when roots crowd the container, using fresh mix and a modestly larger pot with drainage.
  • Cover-pot watering: Lift the nursery pot out of any BASEL or OSLO planter before watering. Let it drain fully, empty collected water, and return it only after drainage stops.

Pet safety: Pteris cretica is generally considered non-toxic to pets.

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