Nephrolepis obliterata 'Kimberly Queen'
Kimberly Queen Fern
Kimberly Queen Fern
Exposure
- Bright, indirect light, tolerates some shade
Rusticity
- Indoors depolluting plant
- Perfect choice for a shady spot
- Classic plant
- Dropping, dense foliage
- Could be cultivated all year round
Nephrolepis obliterata 'Kimberly Queen', also known as Kimberly Queen fern, is a particularly elegant and robust variety of fern. Native to Australia, it is distinguished by its lush, dark green fronds, which add a touch of freshness and sophistication to any indoor garden or shaded patio.
Maintenance tips:
- Light: Place the Kimberly Queen fern in a bright location but avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
- Watering: Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid making it soggy. Water regularly, but allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings.
- Humidity: This plant appreciates a humid environment. Mist its fronds regularly to increase ambient humidity, especially in winter when heating systems can dry out the air.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize monthly during the spring and summer growing period with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
- Pruning: Remove wilted or damaged leaves regularly to encourage healthy growth.
- Transplanting: Replace the substrate every two years and repot the plant if its roots become too crowded.
- Temperature: Maintain a constant room temperature between 15°C and 25°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Note:
- The Kimberly Queen Fern is a tropical plant and does not tolerate frost.
- It is important to choose a pot with good drainage to prevent the roots from rotting.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Drooping
Flowering colours:
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Moderate, keep the soil moist but not soggy
- Mist
Maintenance:
- In the fall
- bring the plant indoors
Soil requirement:
- Soil rich in humus
- Well drained
- Fresh
Features
Features
Resistance:
- White-tailed deer
Attract:
Use:
- Planter
- Pot
Attribute:
- Fast and dense growth

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