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Why you shouldn't plant a fern near your home: it's not about superstition
01.04.2024 01:20
Ferns are often associated with nature and exoticism, and many people strive to grow them in their homes or gardens.
However, despite their beauty and popularity, there are good reasons why you shouldn't plant ferns too close to your home.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, explained why you shouldn't plant ferns on your plot.
Roots can damage the foundation
Ferns have powerful and branched roots that can penetrate the structure of a building's foundation.
As the roots grow, they can cause damage, leading to serious problems with the foundation of the home.
Humidity and condensation
Ferns often evaporate moisture around them. If they are planted too close to the house, this can lead to increased humidity around the foundation, which in turn promotes mold and rot.
Growth features
Some species of ferns can form dense thickets or spread almost like weeds.
If they are planted too close to the house, they can cause a lot of problems over time. The most interesting thing is that getting rid of ferns on the site will also not be easy, and each summer resident will have to put in a lot of effort to do this.
Pest Inhabitants
Ferns can be an ideal haven for various pests and insects such as termites or mites.
If they grow near the house, pests and insects will create a lot of difficulties for all residents.
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