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Nephrolepis exaltata

Tropical Sword Fern

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

A shade loving relaxed sword fern that is a Boston-type selection.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Fern

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Indoor, Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.