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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 22, 2014
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    It sounds like it needs to be divided and repotted. Dividing it will push the plant to regenerate itself and grow new fronds. This article will be helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-runners.htm

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    Nikki on
    November 30, -0001
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    This article will help you with fertilizing your Boston ferns: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-fertilizer.htm

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    June 21, 2014
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    The ferns you're seeing in the woods are not the same as Boston ferns. They are wild types, adapted to the weather in your part of the country. Learn a little more in this article: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ferns/taking-care-of-outdoor-ferns.htm
    By talking to local landscaping companies, plant stores, or the Extension Service, you should be able to find a source for outdoor ferns you could use. Here's a link for the E.S.: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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    theficuswrangler on
    June 21, 2014
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    Bacillus thuringiensus is a product that will kill caterpillars and nothing else. Read more here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/using-bacillus-thuringiensis.htm
    But are you sure you need to kill them? Are they eating your Boston ferns? They may be waiting to become beautiful butterflies! You can find out what they are by taking one to the local Extension Service, who will tell you if you need to be worried about them. This link will help you locate the nearest office: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    July 1, 2014
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    If I were there, I'd take your ferns down and examine the roots first, to make sure there's not a rot going on in the browning one. If the roots are okay, I'd try getting more water into the plants -- maybe soaking them in a bucket instead of just pouring water in. Here are some more tips on Boston fern growing: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    August 7, 2014
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    OMG that is so gorgeous. You are super lucky. By all means, trim out the dead fronds. Just lift up the green stuff (which looks quite healthy BTW) and reach in with scissors, and cut those off as close to the base of the plant as you can get. Here are some articles to help with the care of your planter: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/indoor-plants-that-need-low-light.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 20, 2014
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    Boston ferns do fairly well as normal houseplants, if you can give them bright indirect light and good humidity. If you do not think you can do this, or if you do not have the room, you can put them into dormancy. You do this by placing them in a cool, dark place - like an attached garage, a closet or a basement. Water it only once a month, but water it thoroughly when you do. It will look dead, but in the spring, take it back out and it should regrow fine.

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