TransplantFerns. Moisture On Fern Leaves. How To Care For Maidenhair Fern. How to Transplant a Fern. When transplantingferns, be sure to dig up the entire clump, getting as much soil with it as possible. This week, my outdoor grounds crew at my Bedford farm has been busy removing the ferns and transplanting them to their new home. Here are some photos of our process. Moving Ostrich Ferns, TransplantingFerns #gardeninginmyyardGardening in my yard15K views • 3 years agoLivePlaylist ()Mix (50+). To transplantferns, dig a hole around the plant and pull it out on its roots rather than the fronds to avoid tearing the fern. Transplanting can be a scary thing for a novice gardener. Have no fear! If you create a nice root ball, the plant will not be stressed and it will easily settle into its new location. #fern #ferns... How to Prepare Soil for TransplantingFerns. It's a good idea to prepare the new site before you dig up a fern so you can pop it right back into the ground and minimize transplant shock. Ferns grow slowly after transplanting, but once established they grow lush and full. With about 12,000 species of ferns in existence, from sun-loving to shade-loving and tropical to temperate... Transplanting a fern might seem like a delicate task, but with the right steps, it’s a walk in the park. I’ve moved quite a few ferns in my garden, and trust me, it’s all about timing and technique. Can I transplant deer fern under direct sunlight? Transplant deer fern to an area with partial shade to protect it from intense sun, which might stress the plant post-transplant.