Boston Ferns

Question

I live in the desert in California. Can a Boston fern grow here? I know not in the summer since we get 3 digit degrees.

Answer 1

They need moist soil, high humidity, and best temperatures are below 95 degrees F., so you could grow it indoors year round and keep it watered and add humidity, or grow it outside and do the same plus keep it in a shady area where the temperature may not reach triple digits. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm