Hurricane Fern Size:200mm Finger test before you water

Finger test before you water and fertilise with a diluted water fertiliser that's higher in nitrogen

Having the right potting medium is crucial as the Alocasia dislikes wet roots

This beautiful plant does best in partial shade with a fertile soil mix

Adversely insufficient light can result in dull under formed foliage

Do not sit in saucers of water

Hurricane Fern Size:200mm Finger test before you waterThe Hurricane Fern appreciates being kept moist during dry periods with humid conditions. This fern prefers wet leaves over wet roots. Apply a slow release fertiliser through spring and a liquid fertiliser through summer. Protest from frost and keep in free draining soil. Bright indirect light is ideal as the young plant establishes.