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Indoor

Boston Fern

🐾 Pet-safe

Nephrolepis exaltata

Category
Indoor
Light
Low light
Watering
Every 3-4 days
Difficulty
Moderate
Mature size
45-60 cm spread
Pet safety
Non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Growing note

Wants humidity a typical living room doesn't have, so a bathroom with a window or a spot near the kitchen sink usually works better than a bedroom shelf. Non-toxic, so it's a safe choice for a household with pets.