macho fern for sale #size_1-gallon
large macho fern plant for sale #size_3-gallon
Potted plant with lush, large fronds against a blurred background #size_1-gallon
Potted fern with a ruler indicating its height and container size on a beige background #size_1-gallon
Potted fern on a table with 'Lush Tropical Texture' text overlay #size_1-gallon
Potted fern on a patio table with chairs and a fire pit in the background. #size_1-gallon
Green fern plant with care instructions on a beige background #size_1-gallon
Green fern plant with text overlay 'Massive Fronds for a Bold, Lush Look' on a blurred natural background. #size_3-gallon
Potted fern with measurement details on a beige background #size_3-gallon
Potted fern on a patio table with text about oversized, lush fronds transforming a patio. #size_3-gallon
Large potted fern on a wooden floor with text 'Instantly Fill Your Home with Lush Greenery'. #size_3-gallon
Green fern plant with care instructions on a beige background #size_3-gallon
macho fern for sale #size_1-gallon
large macho fern plant for sale #size_3-gallon
Potted plant with lush, large fronds against a blurred background #size_1-gallon
Potted fern with a ruler indicating its height and container size on a beige background #size_1-gallon
Potted fern on a table with 'Lush Tropical Texture' text overlay #size_1-gallon
Potted fern on a patio table with chairs and a fire pit in the background. #size_1-gallon
Green fern plant with care instructions on a beige background #size_1-gallon
Green fern plant with text overlay 'Massive Fronds for a Bold, Lush Look' on a blurred natural background. #size_3-gallon
Potted fern with measurement details on a beige background #size_3-gallon
Potted fern on a patio table with text about oversized, lush fronds transforming a patio. #size_3-gallon
Large potted fern on a wooden floor with text 'Instantly Fill Your Home with Lush Greenery'. #size_3-gallon
Green fern plant with care instructions on a beige background #size_3-gallon

Macho Fern

Nephrolepis biserrata
  • Available in oversized 1G and 3G Macho Fern plants for instant greenery
  • Massive, upright fronds create bold tropical displays indoors or outdoors
  • Pet-friendly, easy-care fern safe for households with cats and dogs
$29.99
/
Bush
Size

You may also like

Looking for a bold tropical fern that transforms any space? The Macho Fern Plant (Nephrolepis biserrata), available in 1 gallon and 3 gallon sizes, is one of the largest ferns you can grow. Our 1 gallon Macho Ferns arrive in a 6″ nursery planter, standing 16″–18″ tall overall, while our 3 gallon Macho Ferns arrive in 10″ planters, standing 28″–34″ tall. With massive, upright fronds that arch gracefully outward, these Macho Ferns for sale make a lush statement in shady porches, patios, or indoor rooms. Unlike Boston Ferns, which have smaller, finer fronds, Macho Ferns are known for their large, robust leaves that create an instant tropical focal point. Perfect for use in decorative pots, hanging containers, or directly in shaded garden beds, the Macho Fern plant is versatile, easy to care for, pet friendly, and guaranteed to deliver dramatic greenery year after year.

Why Choose Our Macho Fern Plants?

Jumbo Sizes: Available in 1G and 3G pots for immediate impact

Bold Tropical Presence: Upright fronds reach 3–4 feet in length

Pet Friendly: Safe for cats and dogs

Air Purifying: Helps improve indoor air quality

Premium Quality: Hand-selected, carefully packaged, shipped fresh from Florida

Macho Fern Plant Care

Macho Ferns are easy to maintain, but their impressive size means they need regular water, shade, and humidity to look their best. With a few simple adjustments for the season, these oversized ferns will deliver lasting tropical greenery indoors or outdoors.

Sunlight: Bright, indirect light or filtered morning sun with afternoon shade

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; water 2–3 times weekly during active growth

Soil: Use well-draining soil to prevent root rot

Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer

Hardiness: Ideal for USDA Zones 9–10

Light: Place near a north or east-facing window for filtered light

Watering: Water weekly indoors, reducing to every other week in winter dormancy

Humidity: Thrives in high humidity; mist regularly or place near a humidifier

Temperature: Keep above 55°F and away from cold drafts or dry air from heaters

Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged fronds to keep growth lush and healthy

Repotting: Refresh soil or upgrade pots every 2–3 years to maintain vigor

Pests: Rarely affected but watch for mealybugs or scale

Maintenance Tip: Rotate pots occasionally for even, balanced growth

Expert Grower’s Tips

Advice from our growing experts

Bigger is Better

Bigger is Better

Macho Ferns thrive when given room—use larger containers for faster growth.

Humidity Helps

Humidity Helps

Bathrooms, kitchens, or shaded patios provide the humidity these ferns crave.

Water Wisely

Water Wisely

Consistent moisture is key; don’t allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

These tips are based on 30+ years of professional growing experience at our Florida nursery.

Macho Fern Plant FAQ

Macho Ferns can grow 3–4 feet tall and wide, with fronds that cascade or arch outward. In containers, they typically stay 2–3 feet, while in the ground in warm zones, they can become massive focal points.

Yes, Macho Ferns adapt well indoors with bright, indirect light and high humidity. Bathrooms with windows or sunrooms are ideal environments.

Yes, Macho Ferns are perennials in USDA Zones 9–10. In colder climates, they can be overwintered indoors and returned outdoors in spring.

Yes, Macho Ferns are non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them safe for pet-friendly households.


Macho Ferns have much larger fronds and a bolder, upright growth habit compared to the finer, arching fronds of Boston Ferns. For a full comparison, see our Macho Fern vs. Boston Fern guide.

Our 1G and 3G Macho Ferns are grown larger and fuller than standard nursery offerings. Each plant is hand-selected, carefully packaged, and shipped directly from our Florida nursery.

Hear it from them

★★★★★

WOW!!! This is a real milkweed plant, healthy as all get up! Well packaged! Love that it's a Plant Box!!! Delivery person can see clearly that they should handle safely and deliver it asap!!! My caterpillars will have lots of food so they can grow to be beautiful Monarchs 😍

Ingi
New Bern, NC
★★★★★

Tropical Plant came through with the shipping. I ordered this plant the night of July 24th it was shipped 25, 2025 and delivered July 27th...OUTSTANDING! The Thai Constellation I ordered arrived in awesome condition. Very healthy and lush. Suffice it to say I will be ordering from this shop again. Top notch across the board.

William
Galveston, TX
★★★★★

This shop has the most fantastic, healthy, gorgeous plants. I am a repeat customer and have never been disappointed. In fact the plants have always exceeded my expectation and plants are often much larger than expected. Packaging is some of the most professional I've seen, with not one leaf damaged. I'll be back for more.

Kelly
Phoenix, AZ
★★★★★

Beautiful healthy plant and great size too! This is my first purchase and I couldn’t be happier. Now I need the tree version. Thank you for such a great plant.

Paula
Chicago, IL
★★★★★

Okay so if you are looking for a happy healthy plant. This is who to get it from. It has already started blooming again. I've already had two neighbors ask where I got it from and referred them to you. Cannot recommend this seller enough

Philip
Crofton, MD
★★★★★

Gorgeous plant, arrived perfect and healthy. I keep coming back as this nursery delivers perfection every time. Very quick shipping and expertly packed. The best!!

large croton petra plant for sale #size_3-gallon
Hilary
Bellingham, WA