Growing plants in hanging baskets is the best way to invite greenery into your home.
If you want an option that will last for years, then here are some of our favorite ferns!
1. Boston Fern
One of the best hanging ferns, Boston Fern grows all year-round outside in warmer climates. Grow them from spring to autumn if you live somewhere cool (and bring them indoors during winter), or just get it started early with indoor plants!
2. Dallas Fern
Dallas fern is a more compact and bushy plant. It’s low maintenance, tolerant to low light conditions, yet has the appearance of elegance comparable with Americanoda macrophylla ‘Huge’ (Kentucky Colonnade).
This plant can thrive in small to medium-sized hanging baskets. Choose a location that is shady but receives indirect sunlight and keep soil moist with an occasional spray from overhead watering or misting system.
3. Maidenhair Fern
The Maidenhair fern is a hanging plant that can be grown in many climates. It tolerates low light, but never compromises on dry air and soil!
Hang a hanging basket that is 8-10 inches deep outside or indoors, where it receives shade. A couple hours of indirect morning sunlight will do just fine! Never allow the plant to dry out and maintain its moisture level with an occasional misting.
4. Kimberly Queen Fern
When it comes to front porch ferns, there are plenty of options for hanging baskets. Kimberly Ferns show off their deep green fronds and make an excellent choice near the entry way!
To grow a healthy indoor plant, you will need an average-sized hanging basket. Choose soil that has some moisture retaining capacity and fertilize it with liquid nitrogen rich fertilizer occasionally for best results!
5. Hay Scented Fern
The hay-scented fern is a hardy plant that can be grown easily in temperate regions. It’s best known for its fragrance, which comes out during fall when the bright green fronds turn into shades of soft brown.
To grow a hay-scented fern, choose an 8-10 inches deep hanging basket and place near window or some corner for morning sun.
6. Tiger Fern
The Tiger Fern is a great plant for hanging baskets. The fern has fascinating, green leaflets that are backed with an array of colorful strips across the surface to make it more interesting than other plants in its genus.
Either hang them alone, or mix up some combinations– indoors or out on your balcony!
The Tiger Fern is similar to the Boston fern in that it needs plenty of indirect sunlight and should be kept away from direct rays. You may also want a couple hours each morning sun for best results!
7. Asparagus Fern
Asparagus fern is not a true fern but looks interesting in hanging baskets. This plant has arching plumes of tightly packed, needle-like leaves that give it the appearance of an asparagus! It’s an annual and must be kept indoors during cold winters (USDA Zones 9 – 11).
It is important to choose a location that receives indirect light, avoid direct sun. Use quality potting mix and water moderately for best results!
8. Lady Fern
With its showy fronds in a medium-green hue, lady ferns need full to partial shade to perform best. It looks great on porches and balconies!
Water the plant regularly and give it a little fertilizer every few weeks to keep its roots happy.
9. Giant Sword Fern
Also known as Macho Fern, the sword-shaped fronds on this plant can grow up to 3 feet long and are typically about 4 feet in length. Though it grows wide when growing naturally but you could limit its growth by planting them into medium or large sized baskets for optimal results.
This fern needs bright light to grow the best. If you live in a hot climate, save this plant from long exposure during afternoon hours when it’s hottest out and about! This plant also loves humidity!
10. Staghorn Fern
The fern’s unusual look is what makes it so popular. It has antler-like fronds that are easy to hang and grow on wood, too!
The plant is a beauty for the office or home. It thrives in bright but indirect light, so make sure to avoid overwatering it and provide plenty of humidity!
11. Kangaroo Fern
The deep and lush green fronds on this fern have a creeping growth habit. They dangle beautifully down from the sides of its pot, making it best for hanging baskets!
Avoid keeping the plant in direct sun as it will burn the foliage. Misting is essential for growing well and obtaining lush fronds!
12. Rabbit’s Foot Fern
The furry rhizomes of this plant dangle over the pot making it a great choice for hanging baskets.
Give the plant some indirect bright light and use a shallow pot with well-draining soil.
13. Mahogany Fern
The lush green curled leaves of this fern give it a unique look. The densely populated stems make the perfect for hanging baskets, and they’re so pretty when you watch them sway gently back and forth in their home!
As long as you’re keeping it in a place that gets bright, indirect light then your seed should continue to grow without any worries!
14. Fox Tail Fern
The fox’s tail fern has a pine needle-like appearance which gives it the nickname “Tail Fern.” Though not technically a true fern, its leaves do have this shape and can be distinguished from other plants by their coloration of green with red hairs on them.
A well-draining growing medium is essential to the success of this plant. Regular trimming will help maintain its bushy appearance!