Can I trim a Boston fern?
Two years ago I had a boston fern on my porch that grew quite big. I brought it inside to overwinter. It survived inside, however made a huge mess with dropping leaves that I then had to clean up--ALL WINTER. ARGGG. I have another one this year that is big and was wondering if I could cut it back quite severely and then bring inside for the winter. Will it survive? HELP!!!!!
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Hi, Christine: I think you could do that. I have a friend (this is North Texas) who has very large ferns on her wrap-around porch which she "trims" and puts in her greenhouse over the winter. I know she cuts off all the droopy fronds and lowers the top, but I'm not sure how severe she goes. I would give it a try - most anything to avoid a mess, I believe!!
How to Trim a Boston Fern | Home Guides | SF Gate
Prune Boston ferns in the spring. Disinfect pruning tools before making the first cut and after trimmingany dead or diseased fronds from the Boston fern. Evaluate the plant, taking note of its shape and any dead, discolored or dying fronds. The Ins and Outs of Beautiful Boston Ferns - Dave's Garden
Aug 27, 2013 - Pruning a Boston Fern way back in fall means far less space is needed for over-wintering. It will gradually put out new growth, but it won't grow ... How to Trim a Boston Fern - gardens.com
Boston ferns can get quite full, and need occasional pruning to maintain their vigorous shape. While routine trimming of discolored growth can be performed at ... How to Care for Boston Ferns: 10 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Oct 12, 2011 - My Boston fern has hung outside all summer and really thrived. ... kept very large Boston ferns going for a long time (years) by cutting them ALL