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That said, your Boston fern might be better prepared to handle winter if it’s been established as an outdoor plant from the get-go. Meanwhile, potted indoor plants could be more susceptible to fading during the cold months. The Boston fern isn’t immune to a lot of plant diseases and pests, and adjusting the growing conditions will only take you so far if you don’t know how to protect it.

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Nephrolepis exaltata'Compacta'is a short, compact, and upright version of the main Boston fern species. This type is sturdier than other varieties and will withstand a little heat and dryness. If you decide you want to move your plant’s location, don’t do so abruptly. Environmental changes need to be gradual. The division method works best for potted Boston ferns because it requires removing the plant from its medium. Pale leaves could be a sign that your plant need watering. It could also be in too bright a spot or it needs feeding. For container-grown ferns, use a potting soil designed for pots. Peat moss and perlite can be added to the soil to improve airflow to the roots while ensuring proper drainage. Avoid using an excess of peat moss because it can cause your soil to be too acidic. Give Plenty of WaterMainly, you have to adjust the temperature, humidity, and light exposure to match the plant’s tropical nature. Once you get these basics down, you could touch up with fertilizing boosts and pruning the faded fronds every now and then. For one, it can help you tame down the volume if you’re not a big fan of the giant bushy plants. On the other hand, you can use it to get rid of any fading leaves or leggy stems to keep the fern looking fresh. On the plus side, keeping the fern in the same spot can also help you mark where the begonias are rooted. This way, when the plant fades in the fall, you won’t accidentally dislodge its roots. Just keep in mind that it’ll grow taller and bushier than the typical options, like junipers and mondo grass. Usually, you can get an average coverage of three-by-three feet from each fern. Are Boston Ferns Susceptible to Diseases?

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While most Boston ferns are already low-maintenance enough, you might be looking to narrow down your options to fit your needs.Just try not to go overboard with the fertilizer, especially liquid ones with high bioavailability. When the plant doesn’t need them, they can show a counter effect by turning the leaves brown with crunchy tips. 7 – Boston Fern Light Requirements: Loves Indirect Sun Assuming that you care for your Boston fern right, it can grow crazy after a while. That’s where pruning comes in handy.

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The Boston fern care requirements are relatively simple to follow, even for people who aren’t gardening experts.For best results, you’ll want to keep your fern at a temperature of around 65°F at night and 95°F for the daytime as a maximum limit. You can propagate Boston ferns by root division. Dividing your fern is an essential step because ferns can become pot-bound or root-bound, making it hard to keep your plant watered. When the roots fill the pot, you can divide your fern and repot half of it elsewhere. As is the case with any pruning session, if you’re using garden shears or snips, make sure they’re sharp and clean to save yourself the hassle. 6 – Boston Fern Nutrition: Needs Growing-Season Boosts Only In fact, somewhere out there in Virginia, a family managed to keep their Boston fern thriving for a whopping 114 years!

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Outdoor care of Boston fern differs in zones where it is perennial, since ferns growing in fertile ground generally don’t require feeding. However, you may want to add a 1/2-inch layer of compost beneath their mulch. Setting the Temperature and Humidity One of the great reasons to grow Boston ferns is that pests don’t bother them too much, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t invulnerable. Some pests enjoy taking a bite out of your plants, and the biggest culprit is slugs.

A medium-sized cultivar, Nephrolepis exaltata'Florida Ruffle'has feathery, ruffled fronds which grow in a dense clump. This plant can be grown both indoors and out but thrives in an ultra-humid environment. Meanwhile, you can move it a little further from the window when the sun gets more intense in the summer to avoid over-drying the soil and burning the leaf tips. There are two ways that you can grow Boston ferns in the ground. Choosing between them depends on the available space and whether you want to keep companion plants in the same spot. The best soil to choose here is something with a lot of organic matter content, high moisture retaining power, but just enough drainage to keep mold and mildew away.