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Macho Fern

Nephrolepis biserrata

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Overview

The Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho Fern’ is a bold foliage annual with glossy, bright green fronds that arch into a lush, cascading mound. It matures 36-48 inches tall and 36-60 inches wide, easily outscaling a Boston fern. Grow in bright indoor light or outdoor part shade to shade, with well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Protect from harsh sun, wind, and drying. Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-10b.

Sun FullWater Medium
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — The Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho Fern’ is a bold foliage annual with glossy
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — bright green fronds that arch into a lushMacho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Compared with a classic Boston fernMacho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — and protected garden rooms.<br><br>At maturityMacho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — glossy fronds that can sweep outward with almost tropical dramaMacho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — this selection feels broaderMacho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — is a commanding foliage annual with the scale and presence to transform a shaded space+32

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Polypodiaceae

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Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — The Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho Fern’ is a bold foliage annual with glossy
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — bright green fronds that arch into a lush
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Compared with a classic Boston fern
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — and protected garden rooms.<br><br>At maturity
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — glossy fronds that can sweep outward with almost tropical drama
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — this selection feels broader
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — is a commanding foliage annual with the scale and presence to transform a shaded space
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Offered as the Macho Fern from Proven Winners®
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — with lush fronds that bring movement
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — It matures 36-48 inches tall and 36-60 inches wide, easily outscaling a Boston fern
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Macho Fern typically reaches 36 to 48 inches tall and spreads an impressive 36 to 60 inches wide
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — cascading mound of bright green
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Hardy in USDA Zones 9a-10b
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — commonly referred to as Macho Fern Fern
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Protect from harsh sun, wind, and drying
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — Grow in bright indoor light or outdoor part shade to shade, with well-drained soil and consistent moisture
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — so it deserves generous spacing and a substantial container
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — It is grown primarily for foliage and requires no deadheading or floral maintenance
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — and a cool woodland texture to porches
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Nephrolepis biserrata
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