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ornamentalFamily: NephrolepidaceaeGenus: Nephrolepis
Cultivar
Lemon Button Fern
Nephrolepis
Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii' features arching, slender fronds covered in tiny, distinctively round leaflets that resemble a row of green buttons. This compact cultivar is prized for its tidy growth habit and ability to tolerate slightly drier conditions than other popular ferns. It performs exceptionally well in indoor environments where it can receive bright, indirect light and consistent humidity.
The Lemon Button Fern is a compact, charming fern known for its small, rounded, button-like leaflets and low-maintenance nature. It is a perfect addition to indoor spaces, terrariums, or shaded patio containers.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun.
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Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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Mature size
12-18 inches tall and wide.
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Hardiness
9-11
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Lemon Button Ferns are more drought-tolerant than many other ferns but still prefer stable, high humidity. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch the delicate foliage.
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Climate note
Prefers consistent temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 50 degrees.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its ornamental foliage; ferns do not produce flowers or true fruit.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Trim away any brown or withered fronds at the base to encourage fresh, healthy growth.
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Care notes
Lemon Button Ferns are more drought-tolerant than many other ferns but still prefer stable, high humidity. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch the delicate foliage.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
12-18 inches tall and wide.
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
12-15 inches apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Grown primarily for its ornamental foliage; ferns do not produce flowers or true fruit.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
9-11
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Temperature
Prefers consistent temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 50 degrees.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix enriched with organic matter.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Excellent for small pots, hanging baskets, and decorative terrariums. Ensure the container has adequate drainage holes.
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Family
Nephrolepidaceae
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Foliage Look
Densely packed, rounded, light to medium green button-like leaflets on thin stems.
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Foliage Rules
Leaflets must be rounded, small, and closely spaced; avoid long, serrated, or sword-like leaf shapes typical of other species.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable; ornamental foliage is the feature.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers, berries, or seed pods on this plant.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a neat, clumping, upright-to-arching form without extreme sprawling.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, compact, arching mound of fine-textured, button-leafed fronds.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Mature plant forms an elegant, arching rosette of fronds with distinct, button-like leaflets arranged along the rachis.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the tidy, button-like arrangement of leaves and the arching grace of the overall fern clump.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Lemon Button Fern need? They thrive in bright, indirect light away from direct sun. Is the Lemon Button Fern a good indoor plant? Yes, its compact size and tolerance for indoor humidity make it an excellent choice for homes. How often should I water my fern? Keep the soil consistently moist, watering when the top inch of soil becomes dry to the touch. How large does this fern get? It typically reaches 12 to 18 inches in height and width at maturity.
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Root Look
Fine, fibrous, healthy root system typical of ferns.
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Soil Look
Dark, damp, peat-rich potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Small, tight clump of miniature fronds starting to develop the signature rounded leaflet shape.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young fronds are upright and densely packed; foliage is bright green with minimal branching.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow the Lemon Button Fern. This is the Lemon Button Fern, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let the Lemon Button Fern become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future growing space you want to create. This fern is defined by its elegant, arching fronds covered in tiny, rounded, button-like leaves that create a soft and tidy texture. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining soil, later moving it to an appropriate final container. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Lemon Button Fern Nephrolepis houseplant indoor plant fern care foliage container gardening Agardeni starter plant Nephrolepis cordifolia
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Youtube Video Summary
Learn how to cultivate the charming Lemon Button Fern, a compact, easy-to-grow choice for indoor foliage. This video covers its distinct button-like leaves and best practices for long-term care.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing the Lemon Button Fern (Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii')
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