Boston fern, also known as sword fern, is a popular fern species that grows in many tropical areas around the world. In North America, it is considered a classic houseplant grown indoors and is easy to care for, as it doesn’t require a lot of sunlight and can live on for years. It also purifies the air and increases humidity in a room.1 Outdoors, this perennial plant thrives in swampy, humid, and forested areas, and makes a good choice for partial-shade gardens in places like Southern California or Florida.
boston fern
- This plant prefers warm and humid conditions. Mist to raise the ambient humidity.
- Keep the plant away from extreme temperatures and indoor drafts from air conditioners or heating vents.
- Water Boston fern frequently to prevent the soil from drying out and fertilize the plant regularly during its active growing stage.
- Prune by removing dead fronds as needed to keep the plant looking attractive.