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We grow, sell, and ship, from some of the finest Tropical Ferns in the industry all in the beautiful USA. We ship quickly through USPS Priority Mail. These Ferns are Tropical and will FREEZE outside in the winter if your Zone gets below freezing.

Plants are shipped out on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and sometimes on Saturdays....Most plants will be sent bare root wrapped in wet sphagnum moss and a plastic bag wrapped in tape for security, and sent via USPS Priority Mail. When plants arrive be sure and soak in water overnight and then plant. I take great care in wrapping plants to assure they arrive safely, but sometimes the Post Office gets careless and damages the package(See “Damage” under shipping) I only ship plants to lower 48 states, Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Protectorates, and APO/FPO address no international shipping at this time, but am working on same on a country by country basis, so email me with any requests! If there are any certificates or special shipping costs above and beyond what normally occurs in my regular shipping to the lower 48 states...buyer is responsible to tell me and pay any additional costs incurred. Please immediately email or call me upon arrival of shipment, for any problems that you think might have occurred. John Talbott
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TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK.....*HAWAIIAN LAUA'E FERN 'Microsorum grossum 'laua'e'* NEW UNIQUE *'WART/KANGAROO FERN-'Microsorum scolopendrium' NEW UNIQUE CYPRESS SPIKEMOSS- Selaginella plana
*HAWAIIAN LAUA'E FERN 'Microsorum grossum 'laua'e'*
Starter Plant/plug that has 3+leaves, great size to put up into a 4" pot or take 2-3 for a gallon pot.
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NEW FALL TIME SHIPMENT IS HERE NOW!!!! WE ARE ADDING FERNS TO OUR NURSERY....SEVERAL CAME IN TODAY...SOME TROPICAL VARIETIES ARE GOOD HOUSE PLANTS OTHERS ARE CONSIDERED PERENNIALS AND CAN BE PLANTED OUTSIDE IN YOUR GARDEN AND ARE COLD HARDY IN SOME CASES TO WELL BELOW FREEZING AND CAN SURVIVE HEAVY SNOW!!!...Pic #1 is a stock photo, but all rest are the actual ferns in stock showing sizes-color etc....Ferns are generally multiple-fronds and 4"-8"+ in height. We have several varieties and, although we only list 2 of each variety we have quite a few of each PLUS WE ALSO HAVE COMBO PACKS WITH FREE SHIPPING FOR 10 AND 16 FERNS..YOU CHOOSE--ALL OF ONE VARIETY OR SEVERAL!! Email us if you want greater quantities.....BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY
*HAWAIIAN LAUA'E FERN 'Microsorum grossum 'laua'e'*
This hardy Laua'e fern is one of the most beautiful and extensively used ferns throughoout the Hawaiian Islands. The shiny indented finger-like leaves can be as large as 2' long and the cut fronds will last about a week when used in flower vases. This fern requires moisture, warmth and shade to ensure optimal growth. Zone 9-12 is considered Tropical and is a spreading deciduous type fern.  Right now ini the winter they don't look as lush as in the spring/summer, but are still very nice plants!
We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		NEW UNIQUE *'WART/KANGAROO FERN-'Microsorum scolopendrium'

Starter Plant/plug that has 3+leaves, great size to put up into a 4" pot or take 2-3 for a gallon pot.

FERNS*FERNS*FERNS

NEW FALL TIME SHIPMENT IS HERE NOW!!!! WE ARE ADDING FERNS TO OUR NURSERY....SEVERAL CAME IN TODAY...SOME TROPICAL VARIETIES ARE GOOD HOUSE PLANTS OTHERS ARE CONSIDERED PERENNIALS AND CAN BE PLANTED OUTSIDE IN YOUR GARDEN AND ARE COLD HARDY IN SOME CASES TO WELL BELOW FREEZING AND CAN SURVIVE HEAVY SNOW!!!...Pic #1 is a stock photo, but all rest are the actual ferns in stock showing sizes-color etc....Ferns are generally multiple-fronds and 4"-8"+ in height. We have several varieties and, although we only list 2 of each variety we have quite a few of each PLUS WE ALSO HAVE COMBO PACKS WITH FREE SHIPPING FOR 10 AND 16 FERNS..YOU CHOOSE--ALL OF ONE VARIETY OR SEVERAL!! Email us if you want greater quantities.....BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY

NEW UNIQUE *'WART/KANGAROO FERN-'Microsorum scolopendrium'


*THIS IS A 'WART/KANGAROO FERN-'Microsorum scolopendrium'*

The 'WART or KANGAROO FERN-' is a perennial that is evergreen, going to zones 9-11, and might be considered partially tropical...it is a spreading fern, easy-to-grow, found as an inside house plant or in some warmer areas as an excellent outdoor ground cover or basket in shady areas.  It is grown in a well drained substrate.

We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY

NEW UNIQUE CYPRESS SPIKEMOSS- Selaginella plana

Zone 10, Height 18-24", evergreen, clumping.  The beautiful fluffy foliage emerging from its long branching stems makes Cypress an excellent choice for hanging baskets and containers.  It is one of the larger varieties which grows 18-24" tall.  Put this in the garden during the warm months and it makes a wonderful house giant in the colder months.

NEW  SHIPMENTS IS BOTH HERE AND COMING IN.......SOME TROPICAL VARIETIES ARE GOOD HOUSE PLANTS OTHERS ARE CONSIDERED PERENNIALS AND CAN BE PLANTED OUTSIDE IN YOUR GARDEN AND ARE  COLD HARDY...IN SOME CASES TO WELL BELOW FREEZING AND CAN SURVIVE HEAVY SNOW!!!  We have several varieties and, although we only list 2 of each variety we have quite a few of each!!!  Email us if you want greater quantities.....BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY


We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50
EMERALD VASE BOSTON FERN-Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis Emerald Vase' TROPICAL Lemon Button Fern-Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii' TROPICAL Australian Sword Fern-Nephrolepis obliterata TROPICAL Zone 9-11
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EMERALD VASE BOSTON FERN-Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis Emerald Vase'  TROPICAL

Europeans call this 'Green Fantasy', as if it is a new plant, but ours has been around for decades in fern collections under the original name.  This unique variety has footlong, bright lime-green, upright lacerated and forking fronds that grow vigorously and fills a 4" or larger pot quickly.  This plant is tropical and must come inside during freezes.

VARIETIES ARE GOOD HOUSE PLANTS OTHERS ARE CONSIDERED PERENNIALS AND CAN BE PLANTED OUTSIDE IN YOUR GARDEN AND ARE  COLD HARDY...IN SOME CASES TO WELL BELOW FREEZING AND CAN SURVIVE HEAVY SNOW!!!  We have several varieties and, although we only list 2 of each variety we have quite a few of each!!!  Email us if you want greater quantities.....BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY


We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY

Lemon Button Fern-Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii'

A perfect small plant for use as a table fern in 4 to 6 inch pots or in dish gardens. Its short fronds have small leaflets along its stem and it has a very exotic appearance not like most ferns.  Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Lemon Buttons' (Button Sword Fern) - This fern is a cultivar of the common sword fern, Nephrolepis cordifolia. It grows to just under 1 foot tall with 10 inch long by 1 inch wide fronds bearing a single row of small rounded leaves (pinnae) on each side of the frond. Plant in bright shade and give regular irrigation. An attractive and useful shade plant for an accent in a rock garden or as a small edging plant. Hardy to 19° F.

We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY

Australian Sword Fern-Nephrolepis obliterata  TROPICAL

The Australian Sword Fern (Nephrolepis obliterata) is native to Australia and was introduced to the temperate parts of the United States almost 20 years ago.

This plant looks very attactive in your office, home or garden. They do well in pots or in hanging basket plants. This is a vigorous grower, and the sword shaped leaves remain sturdy in windy areas. They grow to about 24-36 in. (60-90 cm).

Planting & Care Requirements:

   Propagation: By dividing the rootball or from spores

   Planting: Plant in ~ 6” pots as a tablefern, 8” and 10” baskets as a hanging basket; or in 1 and 3 gallon containers for the landscape.
       This is a great fern for filling in an area in the garden or as a border along paths and flower beds. Plant at 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) intervals.
       They also make great hanging basket plants, as older fronds do not shed as pro-fusely as some other baskets. Zone 9-11.

We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50
BLUE BELL FERN-Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis Blue Bell' TROPICAL True Boston--Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis' ('Massii') TROPICAL NEW UNIQUE *FISHTAIL FERN-Nephrolepis falcata 'Furcans' Tropical Zone 9
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BLUE BELL FERN-Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis Blue Bell'

This popular European variety is fast growing and with its yellow green foliage is full and compact, smaller than True Boston. It is adapted for use in 4 to 6 inch containers and in hanging baskets.
Scientific Name : Nephrolepis
Common Name : Boston Fern
Life Cycle: Annual
Hardiness Degree : 32°F
Blooming Season : Summer, Early Fall
Plant Habit : Mounding
Spacing : 24” – 30”
Height : 20”
Spread : 24” – 30”
Exposure : Shade, Part Shade
Uses: Landscapes, Beds, Container, Indoors

We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		BUY NOW WE SHIP MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY


True Boston--Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis' ('Massii') TROPICAL

This is the 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. This fern is a favorite of growers and buyers.

The epitome of reliable hanging basket foliage, this fern is a favourite!  True Boston Ferns will reach 24-36" in diameter and prefer to be kept in the shade, out of a windy area.

Plant Type: Annual

Plant Heading: Fern

Latin Name: Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis'

Common Name: Boston Fern

Variety: True Boston Fern

Bloom Time:

Attributes: containers

Colour: n/a

Sun Exposure: Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Shade

Plant Height: 13 - 24"

Foliage: Green

Spacing: 13 - 24"

We combine shipping: $6.50 for the first one bought, $3 each for all other purchases this size.  
Example: 3 bought=$6.50+$3+$3=total ship $12.50 		NEW UNIQUE *FISHTAIL FERN-Nephrolepis falcata 'Furcans' Tropical Zone 9+

The fishtail fern is considered a Tropical variety with the distinguishing characteristic of having long 36" or better fronds that are split on the ends looking rather like a fishtail...hence the name! These can be displayed in your home either on a high medal stand or as a hanging basket. We raise these in Starter plugs (1"-4'), and sometimes in 1-Gal. See shipping at check out.
AUSTRALIAN TREE FERN-Cyathea cooperi Brentwood TROPICAL Z 9a BLACK RABBITS FOOT FERN White Rabbit’s Foot Fern-Davallia tyermannii Tropical Z 9
BLACK RABBITS FOOT FERN
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AUSTRALIAN TREE FERN-Cyathea cooperi Brentwood TROPICAL Zone 9a

  • Brentwood is a selected clone of species C. cooperi
  • Faster growing than most tree ferns-15 feet in 10 years
  • Grows well in containers...usually 5-gal up!
  • OK to leave in ground where temps do not go below 26 degrees F
  • 15-30 Feet at maturity
  • Does best in Semi-shade
  • Zone 9a

Black Rabbit’s Foot Fern-Davallia trichomaoides Tropical Z 9

  • Fuzzy brown rhizomes have appearance of rabbit's feet.
  • Foliage has shiny green lacy look.
  • Grows 6-12 inches in height and 12-18 inches in spread.
  • Also known as Squirrel's Foot or Caterpillar Fern or White Rabbits Foot Fern
  • Do well in hanging baskets or 4-6" pots.
  • Thrive in shady conditions or with fluorescent lighting.
  • Fertilize year-round with time release fertilizer of use half strength Miracle Grow once a month.

 		White Rabbit’s Foot Fern-Davallia tyermannii Tropical Z 9


  • Green rhizomes devoid of fuzzy hair or mostly.
  • Foliage has shiny green not so lacy, but more frond-like.
  • Grows 6-12 inches in height and 12-18 inches in spread.
  • Also known as Squirrel's Foot or Caterpillar Fern or Black Rabbits Foot Fern
  • Do well in hanging baskets or 4-6" pots.
  • Thrive in shady conditions or with fluorescent lighting.
  • Fertilize year-round with time release fertilizer of use half strength Miracle Grow once a month.
JAPANESE BIRDSNEST FERN-Asplenium antiquum Tropical Z 9 VICTORIA BIRDSNEST FERN-Asplenium antiquum "Victoria" Tropical Z 9 STAGHORN FERN-Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands Tropical Z 9

JAPANESE BIRDSNEST FERN-Asplenium antiquum Tropical Z 9


  • Dramatic fern is epiphitic, which means it usually grows attached to a host plant.
  • The stout, shiny green fronds grow into a medium to large size vase-like cluster of narrow leaves.
  • This easy to grow tropical plant likes bright filtered light, porous soil, and a minimum watering.
  • A perfect coffee table plant in a seasonal garden.
  • Tropical Zone 9

VICTORIA BIRDSNEST FERN-Asplenium antiquum "Victoria" Tropical Z 9


  • Dramatic fern is epiphitic, which means it usually grows attached to a host plant.
  • The stout, shiny green fronds have wavy margins and are amazingly easy to grow into a medium to large size vase-like cluster of narrow leaves.
  • This easy to grow tropical plant likes bright filtered light, porous soil, and keep on the dry side in watering.
  • A perfect coffee table plant in a seasonal garden.
  • Tropical Zone 9

STAGHORN FERN-Platycerium bifurcatum Netherlands Tropical Z 9


  • Most commonly available and most culturally adaptable staghorn.
  • Lovely arching, grayish green and lobed fronds.
  • Used in hanging baskets and on plaques or tree trunks
  • This easy to grow tropical plant likes bright filtered light, porous soil, and loves to be sprayed with water.
  • Tropical Zone 9