Nephrolepis cordifolia

sword fern
Finely toothed and erect, slowly spreads by stolons into a clump. More tolerant of under-watering than other ferns, especially in shade.
height 2–3
width 2–3ft
tolerates Cool Summers, Fog, Moist Soil, Pots
water
needs		 Moderate – High
water
info		 Water this plant regularly, when the surface of the soil feels dry. Usually this will mean once or twice a week in dry weather. Use drippers, emitters, or a slow stream of water so that it doesn’t run off; allow the water to trickle all the way down through to the deepest layers of soil. In a pot slowly water the entire surface until water comes out of the bottom of your pot.
hardy
to		 25F
exposure Full Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil, Tolerates Heavy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin S Asia
sunset
zones		 8, 9, 12–24

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Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

This fern looks best with a yearly pruning. You can cut it to the ground in late winter, or selectively remove the oldest leaves in summer anger new growth has filled in.