Nephrolepis exaltata

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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. Frost tender.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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

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