Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis'
Boston Fern
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Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Description
A very popular houseplant. Boston Ferns have a high tolerance for many different environments, making them suitable for most indoor locations. Being true ferns they do not produce flowers, but their attractive fronds more than make up for their lack of blooms. Boston Ferns have long lance-shaped fronds that arch down to the Earth, which makes a potted Boston Fern the look like a bushy mane of green hair.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Growth
Tough, easy to grow fern. 2-3 to 5 feet tall. Grows best in partial shade with average-high humidity. Works well as a houseplant.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Planting
Propagate from runners between late winter and early spring.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Pest
Spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Other issues include leaf spots, aerial blight, and root rots.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Interesting facts
Nephrolepis is mostly found in rainforests. Some species are epiphytes. They are good at removing toxins, such as formaldahyde, from the air.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis') - Soil and irrigation
Regular water. Tolerates poor or erratic watering. Does best with well-draining soils that are kept moist and humus-rich.
