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title: "I just got this Boston fern a few weeks ago, however I live in Alaska…"
description: "I just got this Boston fern a few weeks ago, however I live in Alaska and it’s currently -50°f right now, so the 4 hour drive home (in the heated car) kinda…"
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community: "Fern Friends"
author: "Kamryn"
published: "2025-12-18T18:56:51.205759Z"
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# I just got this Boston fern a few weeks ago, however I live in Alaska…

_Posted by Kamryn on 2025-12-18_

I just got this Boston fern a few weeks ago, however I live in Alaska and it’s currently -50°f right now, so the 4 hour drive home (in the heated car) kinda froze it. I’m still watering it currently and I have it next to the stove, any tips on how to revive my baby??🥺

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## 8 comments

### Mo commented on 2025-12-19

In my experience, ferns like a looot of humidity. I would try putting it next to a humidifier or if your bathroom has a window/grow light to put it in there:)

#### Kamryn replied on 2025-12-19

Thank you!!! I don’t have a grow light, but I need to get one. It’s sooo dark here in the winter haha. I’ll try the bathroom though

#### Mo replied on 2025-12-19

They don’t need a ton of light but still some! Hope this helps!

#### Kamryn replied on 2025-12-19

That’s fantastic! Thank you!! Unfortunately I can’t keep it near a window cause it’s too cold, so grow light is a good idea.

### Waspinator commented on 2025-12-19

Be gradual about warming it up. Otherwise just continue regular care and expect to lose some leaves. And yep, ferns love humidity/frequent watering

#### Kamryn replied on 2025-12-19

Thank you!!! I’ll definitely do that.

### MamaBear28 commented on 2026-01-06

How is your fern doing now? I’m sending good vibes your way!

#### Kamryn replied on 2026-01-07

Thank you!! It ended up getting worse so I cut all the bad stuff off, and it’s actually doing very well so far!! It’s got lots of new baby leaves and it’s much happier!!!

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