Nephrolepis Exaltata Bosteniensis, Boston Fern - Plant
Description for Nephrolepis Exaltata Bosteniensis, Boston Fern
Boston ferns, Nephrolepis exaltata are popular houseplants and proper Boston fern care is essential to keeping this plant healthy. Learning how to take care of a Boston fern is not difficult, but it is specific. Below, we have listed a few care tips for a Boston fern so that you can provide everything your fern needs to be happy and beautiful. The fronds grow upright at first, then arch gracefully downwards. They grow in lovely arching rosette shaped and spread by runners.
Common name | Flower colours | Bloom time | Height | Difficulty |
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Nephrolepis exaltata, the sword fern, Boston Fern. | Golden yellow. | Grown for foliage | 2 feet to 4 feet | Easy to grow . |
Planting and care
Sunlight | Soil | Water | Temperature | Fertilizer |
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Sun to Partial Shade, Light Shade | Does best with well draining soils that are kept moist and humus rich. | Medium | 16 to 26 degrees C | Use any organic fertilizer. |
Caring for Nephrolepis Exaltata Bosteniensis
- Gather your potting supplies.
- Pot your fern.
- Place your fern outdoors in a warm, humid environment.
- Put your Boston fern in an appropriate room indoors.
- Provide your fern with indirect sunlight.
- Keep the soil moist.
- Give your fern monthly feedings.
- Trim discolored or leafless fronds.
- Protect your fern from insects.
Typical uses of Nephrolepis Exaltata Bosteniensis
Special features: The Boston Fern looks fantastic as a stand alone plant, choice of placement will need to be considered quite carefully if your home.
Ornamental use: Used for decorations in homes, shops and offices. Good to keep inside homes and terraces.
References
- http://www.ourhouseplants.com/plants/boston-fern
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm
- http://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-Boston-Ferns
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Plant received looks good. However, exact review can be given after the plant starts to grow.
?Is it real plant or artificial ???
Some leaves are green and some leaves are greenish yellow but anyway it looks great!