Boston ferns (Nephrolepis exaltata) grow best in a light, moist, well-draining soil mix. I find an acidic pH — between 5 and 5.5 — is ideal. My favorite homemade soil recipe for Boston ferns ...

To keep your Boston fern looking its best, trim off any fronds that begin to brown at the base of the plant. Make sure to keep the soil lightly moist at all times. To give it a boost, fertilize ...