Recently I got a staghorn and so far it is alive. I have it in a pot which is the next size up from the pot it came in, I remember it is in peat moss soil and something else. My understanding is that the young ferns do ok in pots but the older ferns may do better mounted, is this true? I prefer keeping my fern potted if at all possible because keeping it moist enough mounted may be more of a challenge than I can handle. I have limited vision, use a power wheelchair, and have medical ups and downs, so may not be able to regularly care for the plant each day.
What is the best substrate for these ferns when they are potted? How much humidity do they require ? What soil ph is best for them? do you have any other information/suggestions? Thank you for your help. Safe travels & many blessings.
