IKEA FEJKA Artificial Fern
IKEA FEJKA is a market-leading, budget-friendly option prized for wide availability and moisture-resistant plastic construction that makes it easy to clean after use in insect habitats. It holds its position by offering inexpensive bulk coverage and replaceability, though it sacrifices some of the fine realism and UV-stability seen in higher-end sprays like Nearly Natural and Sullivans. For setups where affordability and easy maintenance matter more than ultra-realistic texture, FEJKA is the practical choice.
Affordable realism
Weatherproof fronds
Affordable realism
Weatherproof fronds
Review Summary
"Generally praised as an affordable, low-maintenance faux fern with decent realism for the price; some users note a slightly plastic sheen and less natural texture on close inspection."
Swedish-sprout whimsy
Very affordable compact fern suitable for small terrariums and starter habitats.
Swedish-sprout whimsy
Very affordable compact fern suitable for small terrariums and starter habitats.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
IKEA FEJKA is a market-leading, budget-friendly option prized for wide availability and moisture-resistant plastic construction that makes it easy to clean after use in insect habitats. It holds its position by offering inexpensive bulk coverage and replaceability, though it sacrifices some of the fine realism and UV-stability seen in higher-end sprays like Nearly Natural and Sullivans. For setups where affordability and easy maintenance matter more than ultra-realistic texture, FEJKA is the practical choice.
Affordable realism
Weatherproof fronds
Swedish-sprout whimsy
Very affordable compact fern suitable for small terrariums and starter habitats.
Lightweight plastic/polyethylene foliage makes placement and cleaning easy.
Affordable realism
Weatherproof fronds
Swedish-sprout whimsy
Very affordable compact fern suitable for small terrariums and starter habitats.
Lightweight plastic/polyethylene foliage makes placement and cleaning easy.
Ashland Boston Fern Bush
Ashland Boston Fern Bush delivers strong visual bulk and flexible stems at a mid-range price, making it a go-to for hobbyists who need quick, natural-looking hiding spots without the premium cost of trade-grade florals. It compares favorably to FEJKA on realism while remaining more affordable than Nearly Natural or HomeSense, offering a useful balance of cost and form for creating layered insect microhabitats. The bushy profile creates immediate cover and anchoring points for vines and moss in terrariums.
Full-bodied foliage
Craft-friendly stems
Full-bodied foliage
Craft-friendly stems
Review Summary
"Buyers like its full, budget-friendly look and suitability for arrangements, though several reviewers mention shiny plastic leaves and stems that can appear artificial up close."
Kid-approved fluff
Dense Boston fern bush provides lots of coverage to create hiding spots and microclimates.
Kid-approved fluff
Dense Boston fern bush provides lots of coverage to create hiding spots and microclimates.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Ashland Boston Fern Bush delivers strong visual bulk and flexible stems at a mid-range price, making it a go-to for hobbyists who need quick, natural-looking hiding spots without the premium cost of trade-grade florals. It compares favorably to FEJKA on realism while remaining more affordable than Nearly Natural or HomeSense, offering a useful balance of cost and form for creating layered insect microhabitats. The bushy profile creates immediate cover and anchoring points for vines and moss in terrariums.
Full-bodied foliage
Craft-friendly stems
Kid-approved fluff
Dense Boston fern bush provides lots of coverage to create hiding spots and microclimates.
Bendable wire stems allow shaping and secure attachment to branches or cage walls.
Full-bodied foliage
Craft-friendly stems
Kid-approved fluff
Dense Boston fern bush provides lots of coverage to create hiding spots and microclimates.
Bendable wire stems allow shaping and secure attachment to branches or cage walls.
Nearly Natural Boston Fern Spray
Nearly Natural stands out as best-in-class for lifelike detail and fade-resistant materials, which is valuable in insect habitat decor where convincing camouflage and long-term exposure to light and humidity matter. Though typically priced above FEJKA and Ashland, its superior texturing and durable finishes reduce replacement costs over time and outperform many competitors on realism compared to Sullivans and HomeSense. It's the preferred choice when visual authenticity and longevity justify a higher initial investment.
Ultra-real texture
Dense canopy effect
Ultra-real texture
Dense canopy effect
Review Summary
"Reviewed as one of the most realistic and detailed artificial Boston fern sprays available, appreciated for lifelike texture and fullness; a few users cite the higher price and occasional need for reshaping."
Museum-grade verdure
High-realism fronds with varied leaflet sizes create a convincing natural canopy.
Museum-grade verdure
High-realism fronds with varied leaflet sizes create a convincing natural canopy.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Nearly Natural stands out as best-in-class for lifelike detail and fade-resistant materials, which is valuable in insect habitat decor where convincing camouflage and long-term exposure to light and humidity matter. Though typically priced above FEJKA and Ashland, its superior texturing and durable finishes reduce replacement costs over time and outperform many competitors on realism compared to Sullivans and HomeSense. It's the preferred choice when visual authenticity and longevity justify a higher initial investment.
Ultra-real texture
Dense canopy effect
Museum-grade verdure
High-realism fronds with varied leaflet sizes create a convincing natural canopy.
Multi-stem spray gives depth and layering ideal for climbing insects and cover.
Ultra-real texture
Dense canopy effect
Museum-grade verdure
High-realism fronds with varied leaflet sizes create a convincing natural canopy.
Multi-stem spray gives depth and layering ideal for climbing insects and cover.
$30-55 CAD
Sullivans Artificial Maidenhair Fern Spray
Sullivans Artificial Maidenhair Fern Spray is favored for its botanical accuracy and fine, delicate fronds that provide excellent climbing and resting surfaces for smaller insects and nymphs. It occupies a middle-to-high price tier by offering trade-quality construction that often outperforms mass-market plastic sprays like FEJKA on tactile realism, while remaining more affordable than some premium designer pieces. For enclosures focused on species-specific microstructure and realistic leaf scale, Sullivans is a strong technical choice.
Delicate filigree
Fine-textured fronds
Delicate filigree
Fine-textured fronds
Review Summary
"Users find it delicate and lightweight, useful for crafts and displays, but report some fragility and variability in leaf quality and color across batches."
Tea-party charm
Delicate, fine-textured fronds mimic maidenhair fern foliage favored by small insects.
Tea-party charm
Delicate, fine-textured fronds mimic maidenhair fern foliage favored by small insects.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Sullivans Artificial Maidenhair Fern Spray is favored for its botanical accuracy and fine, delicate fronds that provide excellent climbing and resting surfaces for smaller insects and nymphs. It occupies a middle-to-high price tier by offering trade-quality construction that often outperforms mass-market plastic sprays like FEJKA on tactile realism, while remaining more affordable than some premium designer pieces. For enclosures focused on species-specific microstructure and realistic leaf scale, Sullivans is a strong technical choice.
Delicate filigree
Fine-textured fronds
Tea-party charm
Delicate, fine-textured fronds mimic maidenhair fern foliage favored by small insects.
Flexible, thin stems allow close placement and natural draping over surfaces.
Delicate filigree
Fine-textured fronds
Tea-party charm
Delicate, fine-textured fronds mimic maidenhair fern foliage favored by small insects.
Flexible, thin stems allow close placement and natural draping over surfaces.
$18-35 CAD
HomeSense Faux Leather Leaf Fern
HomeSense Faux Leather Leaf Fern brings a premium, durable aesthetic to insect habitat decor with heavier faux-leather leaves that hold shape and resist humidity—ideal for display-forward enclosures or larger species that need robust cover. Although usually the most expensive option in this set, its longevity and upscale finish can lower lifetime replacement costs compared with cheap plastics, but the stiffer leaves may be less suitable where delicate, breathable foliage is required. It is best used where visual impact and durability are prioritized over fine texture.
Durable faux-leaves
Easy-wipe surface
Durable faux-leaves
Easy-wipe surface
Review Summary
"Many buyers like the modern, durable faux-leather leaves and sturdy stems that hold shape well; others feel the material sacrifices realism for durability and can look stylized."
Leather-look drama
Faux-leather style leaves provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface ideal for long-term displays.
Leather-look drama
Faux-leather style leaves provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface ideal for long-term displays.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
HomeSense Faux Leather Leaf Fern brings a premium, durable aesthetic to insect habitat decor with heavier faux-leather leaves that hold shape and resist humidity—ideal for display-forward enclosures or larger species that need robust cover. Although usually the most expensive option in this set, its longevity and upscale finish can lower lifetime replacement costs compared with cheap plastics, but the stiffer leaves may be less suitable where delicate, breathable foliage is required. It is best used where visual impact and durability are prioritized over fine texture.
Durable faux-leaves
Easy-wipe surface
Leather-look drama
Faux-leather style leaves provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface ideal for long-term displays.
Sturdier, larger fronds create bold visual interest and stable perching sites.
Durable faux-leaves
Easy-wipe surface
Leather-look drama
Faux-leather style leaves provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface ideal for long-term displays.
Sturdier, larger fronds create bold visual interest and stable perching sites.
$25-45 CAD