Boston Fern

from $26.00

Part of the extensive Fern family, Boston Ferns look like they came straight out of the movie Jurassic Park. With lush foliage and feathery fern leaves, Boston Ferns do need a little more TLC and consistency than some other houseplants. Ferns love cool moisture, damp soil, and bright indirect light. Boston Ferns add personality and spunky volume to any well-lit area of a home or office with high humidity. Boston Ferns are perky, playful plants for those with experience growing other plants or someone seeking a new plant challenge.

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Part of the extensive Fern family, Boston Ferns look like they came straight out of the movie Jurassic Park. With lush foliage and feathery fern leaves, Boston Ferns do need a little more TLC and consistency than some other houseplants. Ferns love cool moisture, damp soil, and bright indirect light. Boston Ferns add personality and spunky volume to any well-lit area of a home or office with high humidity. Boston Ferns are perky, playful plants for those with experience growing other plants or someone seeking a new plant challenge.

Prospective Plant Parent: Boston Ferns are great for those plant parents interested in giving their plant babies a little extra love and attention. 

Difficulty: Intermediate. Ferns can be a bit finicky, however, learning how to take care of a Boston Fern isn’t difficult, just specific.

Lighting: Boston Ferns need bright indirect light in a room that is cool, but not cold. They cannot survive in low-light or harsh direct light.

Watering: Boston Ferns need to have their root balls damp at all times. Although the Boston Fern is the most drought-tolerant fern, it does not like to have its soil completely dry out. 

Humidity: Found naturally in rainforests and swamps, Boston Ferns love humidity and moisture. If your Boston Fern is not located in a humid room, mist the leaves in between watering to keep your plant hydrated and supple. 

Temperature: Boston Ferns prefer indoor temperatures between 60-75 degrees, so if you are comfortable, it is comfortable.