Plantlets and Runners: Easy Fern Propagation Methods

Learn how Boston fern runners and fern plantlets work, when to separate them, and the easiest propagation steps for home growers.

Learn how Boston fern runners and fern plantlets work, when to separate them, and the easiest propagation steps for home growers.

Curious about the brown dots under fern fronds? Learn what fern spores are, how sori work, and what they mean for indoor fern care.

Ready to repot your indoor fern? Follow this calm, step-by-step guide to move your plant into a larger pot without stress — for you or the fern.

Is your fern rootbound and struggling? Learn the clear signs that tell you when it's time to repot your indoor fern and move it into a bigger home.

Learn how to propagate indoor ferns through division — a free, beginner-friendly method that creates new plants and rejuvenates your existing fern.