Java Fern Burn?

FindingBlemo

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Jul 2, 2009
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Black Diamond, WA
I've heard of nitrate burn but my Java Ferns edges are brown and sometimes crinkle and have holes in them. They are not as lush and green as pictures I've seen. The plant is about 12" tall and has 8-10 leaves.
 
Mine are doing the exact same as your description. It does look weird though, like the plant is unhealthy, but I can also see new growth.
 
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