Question From: L. Stein - Warminster, Pennsylvania, United States
Q: We have 2 ferns next to a small tree in our back yard. The area is totally in shade. Until recently both ferns seemed to be ok then one day about a week or so ago one of the ferns went flat as though something sat on it, The fronds seem to be ok. I thought the tree was taking the water so I gave it more water but it is still flat. Could I be giving it too much water? What are your thoughts? Thanks
A: Once the ferns have been flattened they will probably not stand up again without support, regardless of how much water you give them. You may have been visited by a small deer. They nap in beds of ferns. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy
