{"product_id":"pteris-albo-variegated-fern-6-inch-pot","title":"Pteris Albo Variegated Fern, 6-Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003ePteris 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePoints of interest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow green leaflets with contrasting pale center stripes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArching fronds create an airy, layered clump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bright indoor accent for filtered light and consistent moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrond length, variegation, and fullness vary naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCurrent and mature size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOptional decorative planters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor an indoor display, consider our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/basel-6-inch-planter-white\"\u003eWhite BASEL\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/basel-6-inch-planter-black\"\u003eBlack BASEL\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oslo-6-inch-planter-white\"\u003eWhite OSLO\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oslo-6-inch-planter-black\"\u003eBlack OSLO\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright, indirect light. Filter strong direct sunlight to protect delicate fronds. Avoid a dark corner; insufficient light can weaken growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a moisture-retentive but well-draining houseplant mix and a nursery pot with drainage holes. Shop our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rich-houseplant-soil-blend\"\u003eRich Houseplant Soil Blend\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately. Avoid compacted, waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferns need only light feeding during active spring and summer growth. Shop our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\"\u003e2 oz Slow-Release Fertilizer for Houseplants \u0026amp; Succulents\u003c\/a\u003e, 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a comfortable indoor space away from cold drafts, heating vents, and sudden temperature swings. Protect from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover-pot watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pteris cretica is generally considered non-toxic to pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CTS Air Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52813358334183,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3120\/8167\/files\/image_78b420f0-073f-4d7a-a3d3-21b1459a1328.png?v=1791850960","url":"https:\/\/ctsairplants.com\/products\/pteris-albo-variegated-fern-6-inch-pot","provider":"CTS Air Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}