Botanical Name: Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Bostoniense’
Common Name: Boston fern Type of Plant: fern: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape dense clump of arching, spreading fronds; resembles sword fern but with softer texture, more arching form; spreads by runners Height 1 to 3' Spread to 5 ‘ Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure in/outdoors indoors in bright light or outdoors in partial shade Soil prefers a well-drained potting soil Hardiness tender: zones 23, 24; needs cool, bright conditions indoors Morphology: Leaves pinnately compound, leaflets to 2" long, densely set on long, arching fronds 3' or more; 30 to 50 leaflets per leaf Flowers none Fruit rounded sori to 1/8" wide in rows Propagation: runners, division, spore, tissue culture Usage: hanging houseplant or patio plant; outdoors in raised beds; prized patio specimen plant Landscape Care: Watering likes frequent watering; soak occasionally to be sure that root ball is completely saturated Fertilizing balanced, half-strength feeding monthly Pruning remove dead fronds, divide if needed Pests/Diseases salt burn, low humidity can cause tip-burn on fronds Special Conditions/Other many cultivars are available Origin: Tropical Africa Family: Polypodiaceae Notes: |
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