Nephrolepis Exaltata Vitale – Compact Sword Fern
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Rediscover the cult classic of the 19th century with Nephrolepis exaltata “Vitale”. A contemporary compact, curly-leafed cultivar of the Victorian favourite Boston Fern, this vintage vixen of a fern has been brought bang up to date with its compact curly leaves, gracing rooms with a serene style.
Nephrolepis exaltata Vitale Care & Info Guide
Horty Hints
Spin me around! Rotate your Vitale fern every few weeks so that all sides of the plant receive equal amounts of light.
Time for a trim! Cutaway older, yellowing or dried fronds from around the sides at the base of the plant. This will encourage vigorous new growth. Do not chop the top.
Happy when hot and humid! This fern prefers a wet, warm and bright environment to thrive, such as the bathroom or kitchen.
Light
Nephrolepis are reasonably comfortable in a wide range of light conditions, anywhere from bright, indirect sunlight to light shade.
Watering
Keep the soil moist at all times. Water when the surface becomes slightly dry. Do not overwater and use lukewarm, soft water where possible.
Temperature
Nephrolepis exaltata Vitale prefers average household temperatures: between 16-24°C, but not less than 12°C. Avoid cold draughts.
Humidity
Prefers higher humidity and doesn’t do well in dry air. Do not place near radiators, etc. Group with other plants in your kitchen or bathroom to help increase humidity levels.
Feed
Liquid fertiliser can be applied occasionally during the growing season.
Height & Growth Rate
Nephrolepis exaltata Vitale – Sword Fern is a moderate-growing compact fern which typically reaches an ultimate height and width of around 60cm.
Toxicity
This fern is considered non-toxic and is therefore safe around children and pets.
Air Purifying
Nephrolepis exaltata is a top houseplant for purifying and filtering the air.
Origin
Nephrolepis exaltata is native to North America.
| SIZE: Pot Diameter x Total Height | 12 x 20cm |
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