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Everything you need to know About Macho Fern

Styling Tips·Naomi Findlay·May 9, 2025· 2 minutes

When you hear the word Macho, the first thing that comes into your mind is something that is tough and strong. However, this might not be the case for Macho Fern.

Name aside, the beautiful and delicate tropical plant is not like any typical Boston Fern. With bigger branches and bigger leaves making this indoor plant a statement piece in transforming any space.

Everything you need to know about Macho Ferns with Naomi Findlay
Macho Fern

We all know plants are great at home, but who kills them toooooo quickly? The macho fern is one that I LOVE as it has the delicate look and is so easy to take care of.

From simply giving life to your bathroom to creating a hanging garden out on your pergola, we will be sharing some tips and tricks on how to care for your Macho Fern.

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The Macho Fern has have giant tendrils which will branch out and get even more grand and significant shape a bit like a huge canopy. This one here is not a typical fern, and it is slightly different from your standard Boston fern, it will grow bigger and has bigger leaves, however it loves the same environment.

It will grow more prominent and it has giant leaves but the loves the same environment.

TIPS AND TRICKS TO CARE ABOUT YOUR MACHO FERNS

TIP #1

Keeping it Moist, so it is an ideal plant for in a bathroom or even over a very tall shower.

TIP #2

Keep Macho Ferns undercover and inside during colder days

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image from Beeson Nursery

TIP #3

Just like any typical indoor plants, keep Macho Ferns out of harsh sunlight, so always have it under a pergola or under a verandah!

TIP #4

For colder days, Layering newspaper over your Macho Ferns to create a blanket to keep leaves from frost


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