Bird's Nest Fern vs Boston Fern
Side-by-side comparison.
| Bird's Nest Fern | Boston Fern | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Bright indirect light |
| Water | When top 1 inch dry, keep evenly moist | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top 1 inch is dry |
| Humidity | 60-80% | 50-70% |
| Mature size | 2-4 ft indoors | 1-3 ft tall, 2-3 ft spread |
| Pet-safe? | Non-toxic to cats and dogs | Yes |