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title: "I noticed some leaves on my fern turning pale and browning, and I’m…"
description: "I noticed some leaves on my fern turning pale and browning, and I’m wondering what’s wrong with it. I’m worried it’s not getting enough water, even though I…"
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# I noticed some leaves on my fern turning pale and browning, and I’m…

_Gepostet von Charlie am 2024-02-29_

I noticed some leaves on my fern turning pale and browning, and I’m wondering what’s wrong with it. I’m worried it’s not getting enough water, even though I water according to Planta’s schedule for it, but I’m worried about overwatering  
I know this is new browning too, because I cut away all the old browning that I could to help Fred grow back. I also took some pictures of my plants between then and now, and this is new  
I pour water in the outside pot and let it go up through the holes in his actual pot. I know it reaches the top, so I’m pretty sure it’s getting to the roots because the soil on top is damp

![Anhang 1 von 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/qebNYpIfXtR9uFiNbpQaYvs8hMv-6qbOQ6URuGD7xPk/ItI0SSJlTnOds03AUNzMkA.webp?size=large)

![Anhang 2 von 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/qebNYpIfXtR9uFiNbpQaYvs8hMv-6qbOQ6URuGD7xPk/Qd9eAgVQRPWlt6LGjFak9g.webp?size=large)

![Anhang 3 von 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/qebNYpIfXtR9uFiNbpQaYvs8hMv-6qbOQ6URuGD7xPk/oPG4zz7ST16Im6RP90QJMg.webp?size=large)

## 3 Kommentare

### BabetteT kommentierte am 2024-03-01

The pot looks to be a bit big, so when you water, it hasn’t dried out enough to be watered again. Try potting down a size- Planta is not always accurate, and you should always test the soil before watering again.

#### Charlie antwortete am 2024-03-01

Thank you, I’ll transplant him and see if it helps him improve. He’s survived me so far so he’s a tough little plant, so I’m hoping he pulls through this too. And thanks again

#### BabetteT antwortete am 2024-03-01

I hope repotting helps!

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