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Boston Fern (Nephrolepsis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’)
Other common Names		Sword fern
Light		High
Care level		Easy
Water		Moderately moist soil
Humidity		High
Temperature		Average
Propagation Method		By division or spores
Common Problems		Scale, mealybugs, yellowing/browning fronds
Decoration Tips		Best suited for hanging baskets, or as a tabletop or windowsill plant
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Boston Fern (Nephrolepsis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’)

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The Boston fern makes a striking houseplant. This plant can grow quite large, and has long green fronds. This plant will do best in an high humidity environment with bright light and moderately moist soil. To keep your plant looking its best, trim off old brown fronds.

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