Care Card

Nephrolepis Fern

Nephrolepis Exaltata

Indirect light Indirect light

Adapts to any light level.

Moderate irrigation Moderate irrigation

Water once a week and fortnightly in cold weather allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions.

High humidity High humidity

It likes to feel fresh. Spray its leaves once or twice a week.

Suitable for pets Suitable for pets

This plant is safe for your pet, they can live together happily.

Nephrolepis Fern

Advice

Care Tips

Place your Nephrolepis in a spot with dappled sunlight and keep it well-watered to maintain its verdant fronds. Mist frequently to boost humidity, and watch it thrive!

Fun facts

Fun Fact: Leafy Rainmakers

The Nephrolepis, or Boston Fern, has an amusing reputation for being a bit of a "rainmaker." In older times, it was believed that ferns had the magical ability to bring rain, leading people to hang them outside for a hoped-for shower. While we now know that ferns don't actually influence the weather, they certainly can create a refreshing microclimate in your home! Thanks to their expansive leaf surface area, ferns like the Nephrolepis can significantly increase humidity levels around them, bringing a little extra moisture to your living spaces. This quality makes them incredibly beneficial as natural humidifiers, keeping your indoor environment lush and comfortable. So, while they might not make it rain outside, they certainly help make life a little more pleasant indoors!

Signs of weakness

Signs of Unhappiness

Is your Nephrolepis looking a bit down? Watch out for yellowing or browning fronds, which indicate it's either too dry or getting too much sun. If the fronds are wilting, it might be thirsty or stressed from low humidity. Give your leafy friend a misting or adjust its spot to reclaim its lushness!