Annual – Kimberley Queen Fern
Kimberley Queen Fern
Botanical name: nephrolepis obliterata
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: about 3-5 ft in height with a 1-3 ft spread
Hardy zone: zones 9-11
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season
Foliage color: green
Pruning instructions: light prune as needed throughout the spring, summer, and fall months to maintain desired shape and size
Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer growing season
Landscape use: seasonal borders, container plant, hanging basket, shade garden
Special features: pet-friendly, heat tolerant, shade tolerant
Light needs: no more than 4 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring, summer
Best type of soil: loam, clay
Companion plants: caladium, coleus, hostas, begonias
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: no
