Why Are The Cut Stems On Boston Fern Dripping Fluid?

I gave my Fern a brush cut for winter, now the stems are dripping fluid

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 12/01/2025 @ 5:53 pm

It likely is just stored up water in the stems and is not a cause for concern. If the fluid is sticky, it may be honeydew, a byproduct of pests such as aphids, scale and mealybugs, so be sure the plant does not have any of those. If it does, Neem oil will help.

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