Boston Fern Hanging Basket
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Light: Partial Shade
Pet Friendly: Yes
Boston Fern
Nephrolepis exaltata
Boston Fern Care
Scientific Name
Nephrolepis exaltata
Light
To promote optimal growing conditions, the Boston Fern thrives in locations with bright, indirect light or filtered sunlight outdoors. Maintaining this delicate balance prevents lackluster fronds or frond burn. Porch settings with filtered morning sun and afternoon shade provide ideal conditions, while indoor placement near a north or east-facing window ensures proper light exposure.
Water
Successfully cultivating a Boston Fern involves maintaining lightly moist soil, especially during its active growth phase in spring and summer. Indoor plants typically require weekly watering, while outdoor plants in warm climates may need more frequent hydration. Regular soil checks by hand help establish an appropriate watering schedule, preventing foliage drop by avoiding soil dryness. During fall and winter, watering frequency should be reduced to every other week to accommodate dormancy, considering the fern’s high humidity preferences.
Hardiness Zones
The Boston Fern plant is rated for Zones 9 to 11.
Pet Friendliness
Boston ferns are pet friendly and non-toxic!
Boston Ferns FAQ
How to Care for Boston Fern?
Caring for a Boston Fern involves providing optimal growing conditions, including bright, indirect light and consistently lightly moist soil during its active growth phase. Adjusting watering frequency based on environmental conditions and soil moisture ensures proper hydration. During fall and winter, watering should be reduced to every other week to maintain frond hydration during dormancy.
Are Boston Ferns Toxic to Cats?
Boston Ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats, making them safe for households with feline companions. Although individual reactions may vary, these ferns pose minimal risk to cats when ingested. Nonetheless, pet owners should monitor their pets closely and consult a veterinarian if any unusual behavior or symptoms occur.
How Often to Water Boston Fern?
Watering frequency for Boston Ferns varies depending on the growth phase and environmental conditions. During the active growth phase in spring and summer, lightly moist soil is crucial, often necessitating weekly watering for indoor plants and more frequent watering for outdoor plants in warm climates. In fall and winter, watering should be reduced to every other week to maintain frond hydration during dormancy.
Can Boston Ferns Take Full Sun?
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This fern is absolutely beautiful! It’s huge, but arrived so perfectly packaged that the condition was excellent! It’s hanging under a large oak tree in my garden now and thriving. Would def buy from their seller again!
One of the easiest decisions I’ve made on Etsy! Item packaged, shipped and delivered just as described in listing for arrival on Valentine’s Day and most importantly still thriving with minimal maintenance, highly recommended!