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Searching for bunnings boston fern? While you may have seen the classic Boston Fern at Bunnings, finding unique varieties and top-quality plants can be even easier when you shop with specialised New Zealand nurseries. The Boston Fern, known botanically as Nephrolepis exaltata, is a favourite for its lush, arching fronds and air-purifying properties. Whether you want a statement indoor plant or a handsome green addition for shaded outdoor spaces, Boston Ferns are famous for their resilience and timeless appeal. Let’s explore why this popular fern stands out, ways to care for it, and the different Boston Fern varieties available beyond the standard offering.

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Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii'

Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii', commonly known as Boston Ivy, is a vigorous deciduous climber admired for its glossy green foliage that transforms into brilliant shades of red, orange, and crimson during autumn. This fast growing vine is ideal for covering walls, fences, pergolas, and buildings while adding seasonal beauty and natural screening to gardens throughout New Zealand. Boston Ivy clings easily to surfaces and creates a lush leafy display during summer. It is hardy, adaptable, and easy to grow in a wide range of garden conditions.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 6.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Walls
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same wide. It grows best when positioned in partial shade on a well-drained soil in a sheltered spot. It will not tolerate wet growing conditions or frost. This Fern makes for a fantastic potted plant but can also be grown outdoors in warmer climates. In such environments it is often planted around pool and other outdoor living areas. This is an easy plant to grow and very forgiving.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Parthenocissus tricuspidata (Boston Ivy)

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Nephrolepis exaltata (Boston Fern)

Commonly known as the Boston Fern, this is a popular indoor plant owing to its ease to grow and attractive foliage. It produces lush foliage that is...

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Nephrolepis exaltata Boston Blue Bell (Boston Fern)

"Boston Blue Bell" is a selected variety of the commonly known, Boston Fern, and is a very popular indoor plant owing to its ease to grow and...

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Nephrolepis Pom Pom (Boston Fern)

Commonly known as the Boston Fern, “Pom Pom” is a popular indoor plant owing to its ease to grow and attractive foliage. It produces lush foliage...

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Nephrolepis Mini (Mini Boston Fern)

Commonly known as the Mini Boston Fern, this is a popular indoor plant owing to its ease to grow and attractive foliage. It produces lush foliage...

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Athyrium niponicum Ursula's Red (Painted Fern Plant)

Athyrium niponicum Ursula's Red is a variety of the commonly known Japanese Painted Fern. This hardy and attractive fern has triangular leaves that...

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Nephrolepis 'Montana'

Nephrolepis 'Montana', commonly known as Boston Fern, is a lush and elegant fern prized for its dense, arching fronds and vibrant green foliage. This...

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Athyrium niponicum

Athyrium niponicum, commonly known as the Japanese Painted Fern, is a hardy and attractive fern. This selection grows compactly with fronds that are...

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Athyrium Silver Falls (Japanese Fern Plant)

Athyrium Silver Falls is a variety of the commonly known Japanese Painted Fern. This hardy and attractive fern has triangular leaves that are silver...

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Pteris cretica (Cretan Brake)

Commonly known as the Ribbon Fern, this is a fern commonly grown as an indoor plant. It bears elongated, green fronds as it grows to 45 cm tall and...

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Polystichum rigens (Stiff Bears Paw Fern)

Commonly known as the Stiff Bears Paw Fern, this small fern produces slender fronds. The fronds emerge light green and darken with age. It grows as a...

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Asplenium australasicum (Birds Nest Fern)

Asplenium australasicum, commonly known as the Bird’s Nest Fern, is a striking tropical fern with large, upright, leathery fronds that form a broad...

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Athyrium Okanum' (Japanese Painted Fern Plant)

Athyrium 'Okanum' is a highly ornamental fern admired for its elegant arching fronds and distinctive foliage colouring. The finely textured leaves...

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Blechnum 'Silver Lady' elegant lime-green fronds.
Blechnum 'Silver Lady' (Dwarf Tree Fern)

Blechnum 'Silver Lady' is a graceful, compact fern admired for its soft arching fronds and vibrant green colouring. This refined fern brings elegance...

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Nephrolepis exaltata Emina (Crinkle Fern)

Commonly known as the Crinkle Fern, this is a popular indoor plant owing to its ease to grow and attractive foliage. It produces lush foliage that is...

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Adiantum aleuticum ferns growing as a cluster and featuring lush,green foliage.
Adiantum aleuticum (Five-Finger Fern)

Adiantum aleuticum, commonly known as the Western Maidenhair Fern or Five-Finger Fern, carries attractive, soft, mid-green foliage. The new fronds...

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Doodia aspera (Prickly Rasp Fern)

Doodia aspera is an attractive evergreen fern valued for its finely divided fronds and colourful bronze red new growth that gradually matures to deep...

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Polystichum braunii (Brauns Holly Fern)

Polystichum braunii is a graceful evergreen fern admired for its finely divided dark green fronds and elegant arching growth habit. This attractive...

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Adiantum formosum fern in a shade garden and featuring slender, green fronds.
Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern)

Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern) is a striking fern admired for its tall, elegant fronds and delicate leaf structure held on fine black...

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Davallia mariesii fern with elegant, green fronds.
Davallia mariesii (Squirrels Foot Fern)

Davallia mariesii is a beautifully delicate fern recognised for its finely cut fronds and decorative furry rhizomes that drape elegantly over pots...

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Pellaea falcata

Pellaea falcata, commonly known as the Sickle Fern, is an Australian native that features glossy, dark green fronds. It grows as a clump to about 50...

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Asplenium nidus-avis fern in a native reserve and featuring long, green fronds.
Asplenium nidus avis (Birds Nest Fern)

Asplenium nidus avis is a bold bird nest style fern known for its wide glossy fronds that radiate from a central rosette. Its architectural form...

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Rumohra adiantiformis ferns in a woodland garden.
Rumohra adiantiformis (Leatherleaf Fern)

Rumohra adiantiformis, commonly known as Leatherleaf Fern, is a resilient evergreen fern prized for its glossy, leathery fronds and adaptability to...

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Davallia fejeensis fern.
Davallia fejeensis  (Rabbits Foot Fern)

Davallia fejeensis is a distinctive fern admired for its finely cut fronds and furry rhizomes that cascade beautifully over pots and ledges. Popular...

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Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands (Elkhorn Fern)

Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' is a striking ornamental fern admired for its dramatic antler shaped fronds and unique architectural form...

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Why Choose a Boston Fern?

The bunnings boston fern is a go-to for homeowners, decorators, and gardeners who want an easy-care foliage plant that thrives indoors. Boston Ferns are valued for their ability to filter indoor air, remove toxins, and add calming greenery to homes, offices, or covered patios. Their graceful fronds create volume and texture, making them especially beautiful in hanging baskets, pots, and living walls. Because Boston Ferns love humidity and indirect light, they flourish in bathrooms and kitchens or anywhere with a gentle, filtered glow.

Care Tips for Boston Ferns

Maintaining a healthy Boston Fern is simple if you follow a few key steps. Keep the soil consistently moist, but never waterlogged. Mist the leaves regularly or place the pot on a pebble tray to raise humidity. Avoid harsh direct sunlight, which can scorch the delicate fronds. Prune away old or damaged fronds to encourage new growth and fertilise every few months with a balanced liquid fertiliser. These easy tips will keep your Boston Fern looking lush year-round, whether you purchased it as a bunnings boston fern or sourced a premium variety from a specialist nursery.

Explore Boston Fern Varieties

Did you know there’s more to Boston Ferns than the standard bunnings boston fern? If you’re looking to add extra personality to your plant collection, try these uniquely beautiful cultivars:

Where to Find Your Ideal Boston Fern

If a bunnings boston fern has inspired your quest for vibrant greenery, consider shopping with a New Zealand nursery that specialises in indoor ferns. You’ll find premium plant health, unique cultivars, and expert growing advice. Whether you want the timeless Nephrolepis exaltata (Boston Fern) or are tempted by the distinctive Nephrolepis Pom Pom (Boston Fern), you’ll enjoy the quality and choice that comes from passionate, local plant experts. Transform your indoor or outdoor space with the lush appeal of Boston Ferns and enjoy a greener, more inviting home.


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