Grown, packaged and shipped exclusively by Wekiva Foliage. A tropical, evergreen fern, it's also called giant sword fern because its sword-shaped fronds can be 4 feet long, with the entire plant approaching a width of 6 ft. Macho fern needs care typical for most ferns partial shade, moist soil and some extra care now and then. They even do well in containers and hanging baskets. The Nephrolepis biserrata Macho fern is a tropical, evergreen plant suitable for United States Department of Agriculture zones 9 to 10 but can be grown as an indoor plant and moved out in summer. The gracefully arching, big fronds of a Macho Fern provide a bold and lively display when used to decorate a room. Ferns thrive on humidity, so daily misting in winter months and a gravel and water-filled saucer beneath the pot in warmer months are highly recommended.A superior choice for shade gardens, under large tree canopies, narrow side yards and shaded foundation plantings. An herbaceous perennial.