How to Grow and Care for Boston Fern - The Spruce
Jul 19, 2024 · Boston fern, also known as sword fern, is a popular fern species that grows in many tropical areas around the world. In North America, it is considered a classic houseplant and is easy to care for , as it doesn’t require a lot of sunlight and can live on for years.
Boston Fern Care: Complete Guide To Growing Boston Ferns
Jan 30, 2024 · Also known as the sword fern, Boston fern plants are native to the tropical, moist forests of South America through Mexico, Florida and the West Indies, where this fern reaches 7ft (2m) high. An evergreen, Boston fern has sword shaped, slightly …
Complete Guide To Boston Fern Care and Growth - HousePlant 101
Sep 22, 2023 · Boston ferns are evergreen plants that can grow up to 3 feet tall and wide, with fronds that can reach up to 4 feet long. They are known for their sword-shaped, blue-green foliage, which contains tiny leaflets that grow erect and arch gracefully as they mature.
The Ultimate Guide to Boston Fern Care - Southern Living
Aug 17, 2022 · Sometimes called sword ferns, Boston ferns reach two to three feet tall and wide and form green or bluish-green fronds that arch gracefully as they grow. Gardeners can enjoy Boston ferns on a porch, grow them outside in dappled shade, or pot them near a window that gets bright, indirect light.
Boston Fern Care Guide (Everything You Need to Know)
Jan 26, 2024 · With such a graceful look, the Boston fern might seem like a demanding plant, but it’s not all that hard to keep once you get the hang of it. In this article, we’ll go over Boston Fern Care Guide (Everything You Need to Know) - The Practical Planter
How to Plant and Grow Boston Fern - Better Homes & Gardens
Mar 10, 2023 · For decades, Boston ferns have been grown as a tropical accent plant both indoors and out. The robust plant is often seen spilling out of pedestal planters and hanging baskets, or brightening up patios and shady garden spots with its graceful, sword-shaped fronds.
The Boston Fern: All you need to know | The Little Botanical
Feb 2, 2022 · The Boston Fern is one of the most popular of all ferns and definitely a ‘fern’ favourite here at TLB. There’s so much to love about these gorgeous, green beauties. For starters, their lush green, feathery fronds bring a fabulous pop of …
Boston Ferns Guide: How to Grow & Care For “Nephrolepis …
Jul 26, 2023 · Boston ferns are very hardy plants. They can look like they are on death’s door, and then come back to life quickly with a bit of care. This species of fern is a part of the Nephrolepis genus, popular after its discovery in 1894 within a batch of Sword ferns.
Nephrolepis exaltata (Boston Fern) - Gardenia
The Boston Fern is cherished for its lush, feathery fronds gracefully arch and drape. These vibrant green fronds, composed of small, delicate leaves, create an airy and elegant appearance. Ideal as a hanging plant or tabletop feature, it adds a touch of verdant charm to any indoor or sheltered outdoor setting, thriving in humid environments ...
Nephrolepis exaltata - Wikipedia
Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern [1] or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. [2] It is native to the Americas. [1] This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in). It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or ...