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Botanical Specifications
☀️ Light Exposure
Bright indirect light
💧 Watering Cadence
When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
🌱 Substrate & Soil
Ships in nursery grower’s mix. Repot into a high-aeration potting substrate.
🪴 Grow Pot Size
Arrives in a 4" nursery grow pot.
🐾 Pet Safety
Pets: generally listed as non-toxic.
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Pets: generally listed as non-toxic
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
$31.99
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About This Botanical
The Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is an enduring classic celebrated for its graceful, arching feather-like fronds of vibrant apple green.
Botanical Care Essentials
| Light | Bright indirect or dappled light. Avoid harsh direct sun. |
| Water | Keep soil consistently lightly moist. Never allow to dry out completely. |
| Humidity | High humidity preferred (60%+). Thrives near humidifiers or bright bathrooms. |
🐾 Pet-Safe & Non-Toxic:
The ASPCA lists Boston Ferns as non-toxic to dogs and cats.
⚡ Quick Facts
At a Glance- • Light: Bright indirect light
- • Water: When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
- • Mature size: 4" nursery grow pot; compact tabletop foliage.
- • Pet safety: Check this plant’s species-specific pet-safety guidance with our Pet-Safe Checker.
- • Beginner-friendly: Care difficulty varies by plant. Follow the light, watering, and drainage guidance on this page.
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