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Boston Fern – 40cm, Nursery
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Boston Fern
Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
Natural HumidifierNatural Humidifier
Air purifyingAir purifying
Tolerant to low-lightTolerant to low-light

The Boston Fern is known for its unique, sword-shaped fronds, vibrant green colour and air purifying capabilities.
Tip: Mist this indoor plant once a day to maintain humidity.

Also known as the sword fern (Nephrolepis exaltata). A classic fern plant for homes in Dubai and across the UAE.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm or 50cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. Keep it out of direct midday sun.
Water: Let the top layer of soil dry out before watering. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: pet-friendly, so it suits homes with cats and dogs.

Ferns like the Boston Fern love humidity. In the UAE's air-conditioned homes, the daily misting tip above makes the biggest difference.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Nephrolepis Exaltata

Boston Ferns grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. Avoid placing it under direct midday sunlight (especially during the summer), since that will cause your Boston Fern to dry out and the leaf tips to brown. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Boston Fern's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram
Let the top layer of soil dry out before watering

Every week, use your finger to check 2-3cm into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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Boston Fern

AED 79
AED 79
Height (including pot)

*Heights include pot

Pot
Nursery
Nursery
Circle
CircleAED 29 Off
Meyer
MeyerAED 24 Off
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AED 29
Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
Natural HumidifierNatural Humidifier
Air purifyingAir purifying
Tolerant to low-lightTolerant to low-light

The Boston Fern is known for its unique, sword-shaped fronds, vibrant green colour and air purifying capabilities.
Tip: Mist this indoor plant once a day to maintain humidity.

Also known as the sword fern (Nephrolepis exaltata). A classic fern plant for homes in Dubai and across the UAE.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm or 50cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. Keep it out of direct midday sun.
Water: Let the top layer of soil dry out before watering. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: pet-friendly, so it suits homes with cats and dogs.

Ferns like the Boston Fern love humidity. In the UAE's air-conditioned homes, the daily misting tip above makes the biggest difference.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Nephrolepis Exaltata

Boston Ferns grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. Avoid placing it under direct midday sunlight (especially during the summer), since that will cause your Boston Fern to dry out and the leaf tips to brown. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Boston Fern's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram
Let the top layer of soil dry out before watering

Every week, use your finger to check 2-3cm into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.
Plant nurseriesNurseriesPlntd PlantPlntdOthersOthers
Price$$$$$$$$$
Plant qualityPoor health; pruned to hide problemsThe best; MSPA+* plants onlyInconsistent
PestsAlmost alwaysTriple checked~ Coin-toss
RepottingImmediately neededFresh soil; not needed~ Varies
Growing conditionsOutdoor grown; will stressSpecialty grown for indoorsMix of grower standards
After sale plant helpNoneWhatsApps; SOS callsNone
GuaranteedNone14-day full refundNone
PotsLow quality; mehBeautiful & made by usOverpriced
*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.

FAQ

Caring for your Boston Fern
Boston Ferns thrive in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight, especially the UAE afternoon sun through glass, can scorch their delicate fronds, while low light can lead to slower growth and loss of their signature blue-green colour.

Best placement: Near an east-facing window or a bright north-facing window.
In a south or west-facing room, place at least 1–2 metres away from the window or use sheer curtains to filter the light.

If the light is too low: New fronds will be smaller, growth will slow, and the plant may lose vibrancy.
Water every 5–7 days, keeping the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Boston Ferns dislike drying out completely.

How to check: The top layer of soil should feel slightly moist — water once it becomes dry to the touch.

Why this matters: In nature, these ferns grow in consistently moist environments where humidity is high. Prolonged dryness can cause fronds to crisp, while overwatering without proper drainage can lead to root rot.

Watering tip: When watering your plant, evenly water the entire soil mixture until you see water draining from the bottom of the nursery pot. After allowing all the excess water to drain out, discard that water.
Repot every 1–2 years, or when the roots are densely packed and starting to come out of the nursery pot. Whichever comes first.

Why not repot right away? Ferns can be sensitive to sudden changes in the environment. Give them a few months to acclimate before repotting to avoid transplant shock.

Best time to repot: October to May, when the plant is actively growing.
Yes! Boston Ferns benefit from regular fertilizing. If you live in the UAE, fertilize once a month from October to May, when your Boston Fern is actively growing.

During the peak summer months (June–September), growth will slow due to extreme heat, so reduce or pause fertilizing if your plant isn’t actively growing. Over-fertilizing can stress the plant and lead to leaf burn.
Not recommended — Boston Ferns are sensitive to minerals and additives such as chloramine in UAE tap water. Over time, this can cause frond tips to brown.

Better options: Filtered water or distilled water, especially if you notice leaf tip browning.

To distill water, boil in a kettle at 100 degrees celsius and allow the water to cool down to room temperature overnight.
Yes — over time, Boston Ferns form a lush, spreading clump of fronds, with each frond reaching up to 90 cm in length depending on the amount of light they get and how well they are cared for.
Yes — Boston Ferns are non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them a great pet-friendly choice.
Brown, crispy edges: Usually from low humidity or under-watering.
Yellowing fronds: Overwatering, poor drainage, or water quality issues.
Loss of blue tone: Often from insufficient light or nutrient deficiency.

If you ever need some extra help caring for your Boston Fern, feel free to send us a message on WhatsApp or book a plant care call with us.
Yes — Boston Ferns thrive in high humidity.

Why: In their native tropical environment, the air is constantly moist, helping keep fronds soft and vibrant.

Tip: Mist the fronds once a day to boost humidity.
Yes — as long as you maintain adequate humidity and avoid placing it directly under an AC vent. Cold, dry air can quickly dehydrate the fronds.
Our priority is to get your houseplant to you as safely as possible and ensure that it flourishes when it gets there.

Your plant will arrive in its nursery pot, securely packaged to protect the leaves and prevent soil spillage.

Once received, place your plant in the spot you plan to keep it in and leave it there until it is time to repot, allowing it to acclimate to its new environment.

There are some exceptions to this approach, specifically with our range of micro succulents, that tend to acclimate just fine outside of their nursery pots. So, we've gone ahead and repotted those plants for you.
As part of our guarantee, we offer free replacements for orders damaged during delivery.
Absolutely — our WhatsApp Chat is open daily for questions or booking plant care calls, and our Plant Care 101 guides include tips specific to your plants.
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If you know this is the case, please include alternative instructions (e.g. leaving your plant with a neighbor) in the checkout page and our drivers will deliver your order accordingly.
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