Nephrolepis Exaltata Variegata - Boston Tiger Fern
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This variegated form of the classic Boston Fern is a lush, fast-growing beauty with cascading fronds splashed in creamy white and green. Nephrolepis exaltata 'Variegata', often nicknamed the Boston Tiger Fern, adds a dramatic, textured look to any indoor or shaded outdoor space.
Why You’ll Love It ✔️
✔️ Elegant, arching fronds with creamy variegation for bold visual contrast
✔️ Fast-growing and thrives in pots, hanging baskets, or shady garden beds
✔️ Adds a lush, tropical vibe while purifying the air naturally
Care Tips
🌞 Light: Prefers bright indirect light; tolerates some morning sun but avoid strong direct sunlight
💧 Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy; never let it dry out completely
💦 Humidity: Recommend a humidifier for best growth, especially in dry indoor environments
🌡 Temperature: Ideal range is 18–26°C; protect from frost and temperature extremes
🌱 Soil: Use a mix of coco coir, coco chip & perlite for excellent moisture retention and drainage
🪴 Support: Not required; naturally forms a full, arching habit
🌿 Fertiliser: Controlled-release fertiliser is included in the potting mix; supplement with diluted liquid fertiliser every 4–6 weeks during active growth
🚫 Toxicity: We believe it’s safe, but recommend keeping out of reach of pets and children as a precaution
A beautifully variegated fern that brings softness, movement, and tropical charm to your collection.
Also known as Variegated Boston Fern
75mm pot size
We get a lot of questions about how our shipping works, so here’s a simple breakdown 🌿📦
Our shipping rates are charged in bundles based on box space and weight limits.
As a general guide:
• 75mm plants count as 1 plant space
• 100mm plants take up the space of approximately 2 × 75mm plants
This means a box that fits 8 × 75mm plants will usually fit around 4 × 100mm plants depending on the plant size and shape.
Every product has an estimated shipping weight listed just below the product description. Please use this as a guide when building your order.
If your order exceeds one shipping bundle, the website will automatically add another shipping amount for the additional bundle.
For example:
• Up to 8 × 75mm plants = 1 shipping bundle
• Larger 100mm plants use more box space and may reduce the total quantity that fits per bundle
Looking for shipping dates for WA, NT & TAS? Click here
For customers in QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC & SA
Shipping is capped at $22 per shipping bundle.
For customers in TAS
Shipping is capped at $40 per shipping bundle.
This price includes biosecurity treatment, inspection and fees.
We ship orders to Tasmania once per fortnight.
For customers in NT
Shipping is capped at $40 per shipping bundle.
This price includes biosecurity treatment, inspection and fees.
We ship orders to the Northern Territory once per fortnight.
For customers in WA
Shipping is capped at $40 per shipping bundle.
This price includes biosecurity treatment, inspection and fees.
We ship orders to Western Australia once per fortnight.
For customers in quarantine states, it is essential to check with your local Bio Security office to ensure the plants you are ordering are permitted. This is the purchaser’s responsibility PRIOR to ordering.
NT – quarantine@nt.gov.au
TAS – Biosecurity.Tasmania@nre.tas.gov.au
WA – qwa.import@dpird.wa.gov.au
Estimated Plant Weights
Please use these as a general guide only. Larger or taller plants may weigh more than smaller plants. This guide is for shipping purposes only, the actual products will weigh less
50mm Pots – 250g
75mm Pots – 500g
100mm Pots – 800g
Plants
We send plants exclusively with Australia Post Express. Our shipping app knows when there is a plant in the order and will only display Express Post rates.
As plants are top priority we ship them with the fastest method possible.
We do not ship outside Australia
We ship live plants Australia-wide! Please read the details for your state below. It is your responsibility to check that your plants are allowed in your state before ordering.
Shipping to TAS, WA & NT
Next Shipping Dates:
Note - the cut off for each shipment is the Monday prior for WA & NT, the Friday prior for TAS
NT Shipping Dates 2026
Friday 7 August 2026
Friday 21 August 2026
Friday 4 September 2026
Friday 18 September 2026
Friday 2 October 2026
Friday 16 October 2026
Friday 30 October 2026
Friday 13 November 2026
Friday 27 November 2026
Friday 11 December 2026
WA & TAS Shipping Dates 2026
Monday 10 August 2026
Monday 24 August 2026
Monday 7 September 2026
Monday 21 September 2026
Monday 5 October 2026
Monday 19 October 2026
Monday 2 November 2026
Monday 16 November 2026
Monday 30 November 2026
Monday 14 December 2026
Tasmania (TAS)
Tasmania is the easiest quarantine state for us to ship to because we are certified to self-assess our plants.
Shipping cost: $35 per shipping bundle (includes all biosecurity treatment, inspection, and fees).
As a general guide:
• Up to 8 × 75mm plants fit within one shipping bundle
• 100mm plants take up approximately the space of 2 × 75mm plants
Shipping frequency: Orders are sent once per fortnight.
Order cut-off: Close of business the Friday prior to shipping.
📩 Tas Biosecurity Contact: Biosecurity.Tasmania@nre.tas.gov.au
Northern Territory (NT)
All plants shipped to NT require chemical treatment and a biosecurity inspection by a QLD Biosecurity Officer before shipping.
Shipping cost: $35 per shipping bundle (includes all biosecurity treatment, inspection, and fees).
As a general guide:
• Up to 8 × 75mm plants fit within one shipping bundle
• 100mm plants take up approximately the space of 2 × 75mm plants
Shipping frequency: Orders are sent once per fortnight.
Important: You must check with NT Biosecurity to confirm your plants are permitted before ordering.
Please note: We cannot send NT orders to PO Boxes. NT Biosecurity require a physical street address for all parcels.
📩 NT Biosecurity Contact: quarantine@nt.gov.au
Western Australia (WA)
🚨 WA Customers – Please Read Carefully 🚨
You must check the WAOL (Western Australia Organism List) before ordering. If a plant is not on this list, we cannot send it.
If you're in WA and you see a checkout error its probably becuase you're trying to order plants that are not permitted in your state, please refer to the WAOL.
Shipping cost: $35 per shipping bundle (includes all biosecurity treatment, inspection, and fees).
As a general guide:
• Up to 8 × 75mm plants fit within one shipping bundle
• 100mm plants take up approximately the space of 2 × 75mm plants
Shipping frequency: Orders are sent once per fortnight.
Important: You must check with WA Biosecurity to confirm your plants are permitted before ordering.
Delivery can take up to 2 weeks due to WA Biosecurity holding parcels for inspection.
📩 WA Biosecurity Contact: qwa.import@dpird.wa.gov.au
Reminder for All Quarantine State Customers (TAS, NT, WA):
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YOU are responsible for checking that the plants you order are allowed in your state.
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Check with your local biosecurity office before ordering.
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If plants are refused entry due to quarantine restrictions, we are not responsible for refunds or replacements.
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The shipping cost you pay at checkout covers everything—there are no extra fees beyond what you pay at checkout.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!
