STOVE FERNS. 



Stove Terns. 



Plants from the tropics naturally require more heat than those from the temperate 

 zone, and experience has proved that some species of Ferns require more light than 

 others. Information on these matters will be given when the different genera and 

 species are discussed. Strong heat is not as a rule desirable for even Stove Ferns ; 

 but during the growing period, which may be said to last from February to September, 



Fig. 99. The Association of Ferns and Oechids. 



inclusive, genial warmth and a moist atmosphere should be maintained. Commencing 

 at a temperature of 60° to 65° in February, with an increase to 65° to 75° in the 

 summer, then gradually lowering to 55° to 65° in the autumn and winter, will under 

 good management suffice for the health of stove or hothouse kinds. 



In mixed plant-houses ferns are liable to be syringed more than is desirable. 

 Gymnogrammas and other kinds with powdery or hairy fronds ought not to be syringed 

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