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Boston Fern
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Nephrolepis exaltata

Boston FernFern

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern.

FamilyNephrolepidaceae
GenusNephrolepis
NativeNorth America
LifespanPerennial

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting and storage guidance for Boston Fern.

What to Harvest

Boston Fern

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When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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