Artificial Ferns
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Artificial ferns from Designer Plants cover Boston, maidenhair, bracken, lady and Australian native forms, as potted plants, hanging baskets, stems and 1m x 1m fern wall panels. UV resistant ferns hold colour in courtyards and on verandahs, and FireTex fern garlands tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 suit commercial fit-outs.
Choosing Artificial Ferns for Shade, Hanging Baskets and Green Walls
Ferns are the plant people reach for in the spots nothing else suits: a dim bathroom, a shaded side return, a covered walkway. This range of artificial fern plants runs from 20cm potted ferns at $14.95 and 40cm lady ferns to a Boston fern at 50cm high and 70cm wide for $49.95, with hanging ferns from 80cm to 102cm and fern baskets trailing up to 140cm. Fern stems from $9.95 top up an existing planter. For more trailing forms, see artificial hanging plants.
Potted, hanging and stem ferns
Potted ferns suit a planter box, a stair landing or a bathroom shelf, and the wide Boston fern fills a corner at floor level; more compact options sit in small artificial plants. Hanging ferns and hanging baskets lift greenery to eye level under a verandah or pergola. Stems such as maidenhair and bracken tuck into an arrangement or fill gaps in a mixed planter.
Ferns in shade and sun
Live ferns scorch in direct Australian sun and fail in deep shade, which is where artificial ferns earn their place. Ferns with UV Resistant in the title carry UVTex, with UV inhibitors bonded within the frond, so they hold colour in part or full sun. Ferns without a UV rating suit interiors and sheltered positions only.
Fern walls and fire-tested ferns
Fern wall panels at 1m x 1m, including Mediterranean, Jungle and Country Fern, cover a feature wall one square metre at a time, with FireTex variants available. FireTex fern garland bushes, including Boston fern and lace fern at $29.95, are tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 with a Spread of Flame Index of 0. Group 1 certified panels to AS 5637.1 are made to order on quote.
Why Designer Plants
55,000+ Australian installations. Across homes, courtyards and commercial projects.
UVTex technology. UV inhibitors bonded within the frond, not surface-applied.
FireTex fern range. Tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 with a Spread of Flame Index of 0.
Australia-wide delivery. Door-to-door tracking on every order.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do artificial ferns work in full shade?
Yes, and full shade is where they are most useful, since a live fern still needs some light and steady moisture to hold its fronds. A shaded side return, a windowless bathroom or a covered walkway all suit artificial ferns. The softer forms, such as maidenhair and Boston fern, read particularly well in low light.
Which artificial ferns suit hanging baskets?
Hanging ferns from 80cm to 102cm and the fern baskets, which trail from 40cm up to 140cm, are made to hang. Maidenhair and Boston forms give the fullest drape. Choose UV resistant options for a verandah or pergola that takes direct sun.
Can artificial ferns be used outdoors in Australian sun?
The ferns with UV Resistant in the title can, as they carry UVTex inhibitors bonded within the frond, which is an advantage over live ferns that burn in direct sun. Interior ferns without a UV rating suit sheltered positions such as a covered porch. Check the product title before placing a fern in full sun.
Are artificial ferns fire rated?
Some are, so check each product for its tier and standard. FireTex fern garland bushes are tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 with a Spread of Flame Index of 0, and fern wall panels are available in FireTex variants. Group 1 certified panels to AS 5637.1 are made to order on quote; call 1800 617 341 to discuss a project.
Why choose fake ferns over live ones?
Live Boston and maidenhair ferns need steady humidity and even moisture, and drop fronds quickly when either slips. An artificial fern holds its shape in dry, dark or air-conditioned spaces where a live one struggles. There is no leaf drop to sweep up and nothing to water.
How are artificial ferns cleaned?
Dust indoor ferns with a hairdryer on the cool setting, which clears fine fronds better than a cloth. Outdoor ferns can be rinsed with a hose two or three times a year. Avoid solvent-based cleaners, which can lift the surface finish.
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