Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
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Annual (usually grown as an annual near you) Mounded in the Nephrolepidaceae Family
Transform your space with the lush, cascading fronds of a Boston fern! Perfect for adding a touch of tropical elegance, this enchanting plant thrives in humidity and brightens any room.

Nephrolepis exaltata, commonly known as the Boston fern, is a popular houseplant renowned for its lush, feathery fronds that can cascade gracefully from pots or hanging baskets. Native to tropical and subtropical regions, this fern thrives in humid environments and indirect light, making it an ideal choice for indoor spaces. Its vibrant green foliage not only enhances decor but also acts as a natural air purifier, improving indoor air quality. Easy to care for, the Boston fern adds a touch of elegance and a refreshing, verdant presence to any home or garden.

Cons

This plant is probably not winter-hardy outdoors where you live.
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 24 - 36 inches tall. 24 - 36 inches wide.
Sun Exposure Full Shade - Partial Shade
Moisture Tolerance Medium
Zones 10a - 12b (Usually hardy to 30° F)
Tags Annual, Annual in Chicago, Container, Deer Resistant, Full Shade, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Hanging Basket, House Plants, Medium, Most Popular, Partial Shade, Shade Tolerant, Tender Perennial
Flower Color Non-Flowering
Foliage Color
 

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More Info from Experts

Boston Fern
Boston Fern, Paul Hermann Hyacinth, Fondant Hyacinth, Hollyhock Hyacinth, Bloomstruck Hydrangea, Dutch Delft Hyacinths
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Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.


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We order from a rotating cast of the best nurseries in the Great Lakes region. It looks like we've offered this plant in the past, but the nurseries we're working with this week don't appear to have it in stock at the moment.

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