Fern: "This is a true Boston fern that was found as a sport or mutation from Florida sword ferns in the 1800's. There are many sports or further mutations of Boston type ferns, but this is the old fashioned True Boston that everyone thinks of as a hanging basket fern." The spreading habit creates a lush display for hanging baskets, pots & as a patio plant. Ht: 24 in. W: 36 in. Part shade/shade. Water: mod./moist. Indoors: bright, indirect light. Water: moist, not soggy.