ostrich fern

ordered this fern from burpee. came in mail, today, and looks dead. have it soaking in 4″ pot. will it come back to life? it will be a houseplant. no camera.

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 05/08/2018 @ 7:59 am

The crown and roots of a fern typically look as you describe! It’s simply dormant and ready to plant.

This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ostrich-fern/growing-ostrich-ferns.htm ^[1]

#2 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 05/08/2018 @ 8:00 am

Ostrich Fern is not suitable as a houseplant. You may want to choose a Boston Fern to enjoy indoors.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm ^[2]

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