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ornamentalFamily: LomariopsidaceaeGenus: Nephrolepis
Cultivar
Kimberly Queen Fern
Nephrolepis 'Kimberly Queen'
Cultivar: Kimberly Queen
Nephrolepis 'Kimberly Queen' features arching, sword-shaped fronds that grow in a clean, upright habit, making it much tidier than traditional Boston ferns. It is prized for its heat tolerance and ability to maintain a consistent shape, making it a reliable performer in outdoor landscapes and indoor collections alike. This fern thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil to stay lush and vibrant.
The Kimberly Queen Fern is a popular, robust upright fern known for its symmetrical growth and dark green fronds. It is an excellent choice for both container gardening on patios and as a decorative houseplant.
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Plant Detail
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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 to partial shade.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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Mature size
2-3 feet tall and wide.
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Hardiness
9-11
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping perennial.
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Plant type
Fern
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Avoid cold drafts and direct harsh sunlight, which can scorch the fronds. Kimberly Queen is more heat-tolerant than many other fern varieties, allowing it to perform better in warm-summer regions.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 60°F and 80°F; protect from frost and temperatures below 40°F.
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Flower / fruit
This is a non-flowering plant; reproduction occurs via spores produced on the undersides of the fronds.
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 to partial shade.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Trim back dead or browning fronds at the base to maintain a clean appearance and encourage new growth.
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Care notes
Avoid cold drafts and direct harsh sunlight, which can scorch the fronds. Kimberly Queen is more heat-tolerant than many other fern varieties, allowing it to perform better in warm-summer regions.
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
2-3 feet tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping perennial.
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Spacing
2-3 feet 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
This is a non-flowering plant; reproduction occurs via spores produced on the undersides of the fronds.
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 temperatures between 60°F and 80°F; protect from frost and temperatures below 40°F.
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 soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix with high organic matter content, such as peat moss or coconut coir.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Ideal for hanging baskets, large patio containers, or as a focal point in indoor ceramic pots.
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Family
Lomariopsidaceae
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Foliage Look
Dark green, sword-like arching fronds with a slightly glossy texture.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are pinnately compound; fronds should appear deep green, healthy, and firm without yellowing tips.
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Fruit Flower Look
None; ornamental foliage only.
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Fruit Flower Rules
This plant does not produce flowers or fruits; omit these elements from visual representations.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the upright, clumping center; ensure fronds arch outward gracefully rather than sprawling horizontally.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, dense, and uniform upright green fern, roughly two to three feet in size.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Symmetrical upright crown with numerous arching, sword-shaped, deep green pinnate fronds.
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Morphology Rules
The overall look is a fountain-like, upright, symmetrical clump. Avoid overly messy or flattened growth patterns.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Kimberly Queen Fern need? It prefers bright, indirect light. Is the Kimberly Queen Fern good for indoors? Yes, it is a popular indoor plant that thrives in filtered light. Does this fern need high humidity? While it tolerates standard home humidity, it benefits from occasional misting or a humid environment. How tall does a Kimberly Queen Fern grow? It typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height.
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Root Look
Dense, healthy white or light brown fibrous roots within the starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, well-draining potting mix containing visible organic fibers.
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Starter Stage
Small, compact plug with several developing fronds radiating from a central root mass.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Soft, bright green juvenile fronds emerging from a central crown; fibrous root system well-developed in the plug cell.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Kimberly Queen Fern. This is Kimberly Queen Fern, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this elegant fern become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush indoor or patio growing space you want to create. Focusing on its dense, upright habit, this plant brings a vibrant, deep green texture to any environment through its beautiful arching, sword-shaped fronds. Carefully establish your starter plug in a four-inch pot with well-draining soil, then move it to its final decorative container or garden spot when it is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Kimberly Queen Fern Nephrolepis Fern Care Indoor Plants Agardeni Patio Plants Foliage Plants Houseplants Container Gardening Starter Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
The Kimberly Queen Fern is a beautiful, upright ornamental fern perfect for brightening indoor spaces or patio displays. Learn how to establish these lush, arching green fronds in your garden.
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Youtube Video Title
Kimberly Queen Fern: Growing the Classic Nephrolepis
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