Here's how you do it

Mostly the Antler fern sold in pots with this very substrate. Due to its decorative hanging leaves, it is ideal for planting a Hanging basket.(€ 11.99 at Amazon *) However, it is a special eye-catcher when it is on a nicely grown Tree trunk or a piece of natural cork or barked Tree bark grows. In order for it to be firmly rooted there, however, it must first be tied up.

How does the untying work?

In its homeland, the antler fern is firmly rooted on its host plant. However, it takes some time for these roots to form. This is why the antler fern usually grows in places where it can be found safely even without roots, for example in forks of branches or cracks in the tree bark.

If you want to grow your antler fern on a decorative trunk or a piece of tree bark, then you can You wedge it in a crack in the trunk or bark or on its future subsurface tie up. Remember, however, that antler fern should be watered regularly, as this will keep the tree bark moist and rot after a while.

To better retain moisture, put a little absorbent moss under the antler fern. Then tie both of them in the desired location, tight enough that they won't slip, but loosely enough that the binding material doesn't cut into them. Slightly stretchable natural fibers, such as string made from hemp or similar material, are best.

Can I also use tying for propagation?

For propagation, you can carefully cut off suitable side shoots of your antler fern and then tie them up as cuttings. This works just like tying up older plants. Alternatively, put your cuttings in Orchid soil or a mixture of Potting soil with a third of peat.

The essentials in brief:

• If possible, use natural fibers for binding
• if strong roots have formed, remove the binding thread
• Tying up is also suitable for cuttings