Plant Profile: Boston Fern

cientific Name: Nephrolepis exaltata
Common Name: Sword Fern
Native to: Tropical regions of the Americas and Africa

The Boston Fern is a classic indoor and outdoor favourite, admired for its lush, arching fronds and soft, feathery texture. With its ability to add instant greenery and elegance, this fern is perfect for hanging baskets, pedestal planters, or as a statement plant indoors. While slightly more particular in its care, it rewards attention with rich, full foliage.

🌱 Care Instructions

• Watering: Frequent – Keep soil consistently moist, never letting it dry out completely. Mist regularly or use a humidifier to maintain high humidity levels.

• Sunlight: Low to Moderate – Prefers bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Direct sun will scorch the fronds. Can tolerate lower light indoors but thrives best with filtered light.

• Growth: Moderate – Grows steadily with the right conditions, reaching up to 60–90 cm tall and wide. Repot every 1–2 years to refresh soil and encourage new growth.

Extra Tips

• Ideal for bathrooms or kitchens where humidity is naturally higher.

• Use well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

• Trim away old or dry fronds to promote fresh growth.

• Fertilise monthly during spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertiliser.

• Sensitive to chemicals — use filtered or rainwater if possible, especially if your tap water is heavily treated.