Nephrolepis exaltata |
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Tropical Sword Fern |
Description
This is a shade loving, relaxed sword fern that is a Boston-type selection. Plant it only in shady locations for water conservation consideration.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Fern
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
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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:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.