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How to use the Fern Soil Mix

Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

Also, remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Fern soil. Add a small layer of Fern mix at the bottom of the pot.

Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Fern soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Fern soil. 

Lightly pat the Fern mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Fern mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

Why the Fern mix works. 

As you might know, ferns can be quite the drama-queens. This fern mix retains moisture very well with the extra coco coir and worm castings, while still providing a good amount of drainage due to the perlite. The horticultural sand will make the mix drain even better and give it a more even texture, which supports the thin roots of ferns.

    The original habitat of the Fern plants

    Ferns grow in many different forests and prefer warm & damp areas of the Earth. They have thin delicate root systems and are very fussy in terms of watering. They prefer rich and well-draining soil that evenly distributes the water throughout their root system. 

    How to care for Fern plants

    To prevent ferns from drying out, make sure to give it ample humidity and keep the soil moist at all times, without becoming soggy! This is best achieved with proper drainage and water from the bottom (placing the pot in a container of water and letting the fern mix soak up the water).

    Ferns prefer bright, indirect sunlight and are very prone to leaf burn. Place them outside of the direct sun. 

      How to use the Fern Soil Mix

      Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

      Also, remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Fern soil. Add a small layer of Fern mix at the bottom of the pot.

      Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Fern soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Fern soil. 

      Lightly pat the Fern mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Fern mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

      Why the Fern mix works. 

      As you might know, ferns can be quite the drama-queens. This fern mix retains moisture very well with the extra coco coir and worm castings, while still providing a good amount of drainage due to the perlite. The horticultural sand will make the mix drain even better and give it a more even texture, which supports the thin roots of ferns.

        The original habitat of the Fern plants

        Ferns grow in many different forests and prefer warm & damp areas of the Earth. They have thin delicate root systems and are very fussy in terms of watering. They prefer rich and well-draining soil that evenly distributes the water throughout their root system. 

        How to care for Fern plants

        To prevent ferns from drying out, make sure to give it ample humidity and keep the soil moist at all times, without becoming soggy! This is best achieved with proper drainage and water from the bottom (placing the pot in a container of water and letting the fern mix soak up the water).

        Ferns prefer bright, indirect sunlight and are very prone to leaf burn. Place them outside of the direct sun. 

          Not sure if the Fern mix is right for your plant?
          Ingrediënts

          Ingredients of SYBASoil Fern mix:

          Ingredients of SYBASoil Fern mix:

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          Fern mix

          Fern mix

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          Regular price €11,99
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          Keeps Ferns green

          Keeps Fern's happy. Well-draining & fine mix. Provides the perfect structure by mimicking the original habitat of ferns

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          We have 55,000+ happy customers, with 99.6% reporting that their plants are thriving. That’s why we’re confident in offering this guarantee!
          The 99.6% satisfaction rate comes from a survey conducted by Sybotanica among 1,421 customers between March and October 2024.

          Conditions:
          1. Report any issues within 90 days of delivery via our guarantee form.
          2. Use the mix as received – do not mix with other soil or add any nutrients.
          3. Your purchase was made directly on our website
          4. You have the right mix according to the SYBASoil Guide / SYBAScan Plant ID

          If we can’t save your plant, you’ll get your money back and a new plant, up to €100 per order in new plant(s).

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          Fern mix Contains ±180 days of nutrients

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          Socially responsible production

          At Sybotanica we not only want to make plants happy, but people happy as well. In our production team we exclusively hire people with a distance from the workforce, and help them rehabilitate to the normal working life.


          Take Peter for example:

          Peter has been with Sybotanica since the 1st hour, and has now been promoted to head of production & a permanent contract! Where he was the first employee, he now manages a team of 3 production workers.

          What makes this achievement even more impressive is that Peter achieved all this with only 10% visibility! 🕶️ With a few minor adjustments to his working environment, Peter is able to perform his job 100%.

          Peter has now been through two moves and knows all the ins & outs of Sybotanica. He can even feel by the potting soil which variety it is. That's quite a challenge with 16 different mixes!

          We are confident that Peter will keep production running smoothly in the coming years too! 💪

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          Description

          How to use the Fern Soil Mix

          Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

          Also, remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Fern soil. Add a small layer of Fern mix at the bottom of the pot.

          Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Fern soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Fern soil. 

          Lightly pat the Fern mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Fern mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

          Why the Fern mix works. 

          As you might know, ferns can be quite the drama-queens. This fern mix retains moisture very well with the extra coco coir and worm castings, while still providing a good amount of drainage due to the perlite. The horticultural sand will make the mix drain even better and give it a more even texture, which supports the thin roots of ferns.

            The original habitat of the Fern plants

            Ferns grow in many different forests and prefer warm & damp areas of the Earth. They have thin delicate root systems and are very fussy in terms of watering. They prefer rich and well-draining soil that evenly distributes the water throughout their root system. 

            How to care for Fern plants

            To prevent ferns from drying out, make sure to give it ample humidity and keep the soil moist at all times, without becoming soggy! This is best achieved with proper drainage and water from the bottom (placing the pot in a container of water and letting the fern mix soak up the water).

            Ferns prefer bright, indirect sunlight and are very prone to leaf burn. Place them outside of the direct sun. 

              How to use the Fern Soil Mix

              Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

              Also, remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Fern soil. Add a small layer of Fern mix at the bottom of the pot.

              Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Fern soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Fern soil. 

              Lightly pat the Fern mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Fern mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

              Why the Fern mix works. 

              As you might know, ferns can be quite the drama-queens. This fern mix retains moisture very well with the extra coco coir and worm castings, while still providing a good amount of drainage due to the perlite. The horticultural sand will make the mix drain even better and give it a more even texture, which supports the thin roots of ferns.

                The original habitat of the Fern plants

                Ferns grow in many different forests and prefer warm & damp areas of the Earth. They have thin delicate root systems and are very fussy in terms of watering. They prefer rich and well-draining soil that evenly distributes the water throughout their root system. 

                How to care for Fern plants

                To prevent ferns from drying out, make sure to give it ample humidity and keep the soil moist at all times, without becoming soggy! This is best achieved with proper drainage and water from the bottom (placing the pot in a container of water and letting the fern mix soak up the water).

                Ferns prefer bright, indirect sunlight and are very prone to leaf burn. Place them outside of the direct sun. 

                  Not sure if the Fern mix is right for your plant?
                  Ingrediënts

                  Ingredients of SYBASoil Fern mix:

                  Ingredients of SYBASoil Fern mix:

                  Pot volume calculator

                  Enter pot size to calculate soil volume

                  25cm
                  15 cm
                  20 cm

                  If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

                  If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

                  25cm
                  15 cm
                  20 cm
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                  Soil Structure matters

                  Helps prevent mould & root-rot

                  Easier watering

                  Designed to make your plant-care easier

                  Full of microbial life

                  Soil to make your Ferns happy!

                  Peat-free soil

                  Good for your plants & nature!

                  FAQ's

                  Not sure if the Fern mix is right for your plant?

                  Check out the SYBASoil Guide

                  How much Fern mix do I need?

                  Check out this pot volume calculator tool to calculate how much Fern mix you need.

                  When do I need to re-feed the soil?

                  The nutrients in SYBASoil will run out in ~6 months on average. We recommend refeeding by removing the top part of the soil and adding 10-20% of the volume with fresh worm castings.

                  How long does SYBASoil stay fresh?

                  You can store SYBASoil for about 2 years. Make sure to store it cool, dark and closed off. The effectiveness of the nutrients can degrade over the years. Simply add some fresh worm castings to give the soil new life.

                  When do I repot the plant?

                  We recommend repotting once any of these things happen:
                  - You see roots growing out of the bottom of the pot
                  - The soil dries very quickly between watering
                  - The plant is top-heavy and wants to fall over
                  - Roots are pushing the plant up and out of the container
                  - Every 1 to 2 years

                  How to recycle SYBASoil packaging

                  Our packaging can be recycled at your local plastic recycling facility.

                  You can also re-use it for storage, or leave a little soil and use it as a propagation box!

                  How to water plants grown on the Fern mix

                  Water only when the top 2-3cm of the soil is dried out. You can test this out by poking your finger in the soil to feel around.

                  Do not forget to keep the soil moist! If the soil dries out completely the plant will suffer

                  What if my plant is not doing well after using the soil?

                  We have 55,000+ happy customers, with 99.6% reporting that their plants are thriving. That’s why we’re confident in offering this guarantee!
                  The 99.6% satisfaction rate comes from a survey conducted by Sybotanica among 1,421 customers between March and October 2024.

                  Conditions:
                  1. Report any issues within 90 days of delivery via our guarantee form.
                  2. Use the mix as received – do not mix with other soil or add any nutrients.
                  3. Your purchase was made directly on our website
                  4. You have the right mix according to the SYBASoil Guide / SYBAScan Plant ID

                  If we can’t save your plant, you’ll get your money back and a new plant, up to €100 per order in new plant(s).

                  There’s no fine print.

                  Not convinced? Read what our customers say on Trustpilot.

                  Customer Reviews

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                  J
                  J.H. (Hamburg, DE)
                  Amount of houseplants: 26-50
                  Houseplant knowledge: Expert

                  Die Erde ist speziell für meinen Spinnenfarn gekauft worden. Offenbar fühlt sich der Farn sehr wohl in dem Substrat.

                  M
                  M.v.d.M. (Landgraaf, NL)
                  Glimmende varen

                  Ik ben mooi glanzend en groei goed met mijn lekkere nieuwe grond. Dankjewel!

                  M
                  M.v.d.M. (Landgraaf, NL)
                  Fijne rijke grond

                  Mijn blauwvaren is nieuw en werd al een beetje geel. Ik wilde niet lang wachten om hem in deze goeie grond met natuurlijke meststoffen te zetten. Hij is heel mooi weer op kleur gekomen. Dankjewel!

                  V
                  V.M. (Halen, BE)
                  Prima voor mijn Knopvaren

                  Mijn Knopvaren lijkt het prima te doet in deze Varen mix potgrond. Het houdt de grond goed vochtig, wat belangrijk is voor een Knopvaren, en het houdt de grond eveneens langer vochtig, waardoor ik minder vaak water moet geven. Ik zou deze Varen mix potgrond zeker opnieuw kopen als ik meer nodig zou hebben en zeker ook aanbevelen voor Varens die een goed vochtig houdende grond nodig hebben!

                  K
                  K.H. (Purmerend, NL)
                  Gewoon perfect

                  Ik heb mijn paludarium net in gericht met de producten van Sybo alles ziet er perfect uit ,ik ben er blij mee

                  D
                  Daria Nepriakhina (Almere Stad, NL)
                  My ferns are growing like crazy!

                  I own 3 different types of ferns, all 3 truly enjoy this soil mix and since switching to Syba soil they tripled in size (Asplenium, Asparagus & Nephrolepis exalta blonde), highly recommend it 👌

                  Amazing Daria! That is a great result. Thanks for sharing.

                  Sybren from Sybotanica