Kimberly Queen Australian Sword Fern
Best low-maintenance greenery for busy indoor plant enthusiasts.
Introduce the Kimberly Queen Australian Sword Fern, a striking evergreen houseplant celebrated for its dense, herbaceous form and gracefully arching foliage. Its glossy, sword-shaped fronds maintain a vibrant green hue year-round, offering consistent visual appeal. This fast-growing fern thrives in bright indirect or medium indoor light, reaching a mature height and spread of approximately three feet. Ideal for containers or hanging baskets, it prefers average to moist soil conditions, making it a versatile and low-maintenance addition to any indoor space.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2656
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-20%
Below average
Foliage Color
Green
/ Green
Who it's for
- Apartment dwellers needing compact, vertical greenery
- Busy homeowners seeking low-maintenance, resilient indoor plants
- Health-conscious residents looking to improve indoor air quality
Who should skip it
- Travelers who need a plant that survives neglect
- Owners of dim rooms lacking bright, indirect light
- Gardeners who prefer plants resistant to common pests
Performance breakdown
Growth Velocity
Rapid development provides an immediate, lush impact for indoor spaces.
Maintenance Ease
Minimal pruning requirements make this an ideal choice for busy plant owners.
Light Adaptability
Thrives across a versatile range of indoor lighting conditions.
Visual Impact
Glossy, sword-shaped fronds offer a sophisticated, high-texture aesthetic.
Container Versatility
Perfectly suited for both hanging baskets and floor-standing decorative pots.
Foliage Durability
Evergreen nature ensures consistent, vibrant color throughout the entire year.
Key Specs
Foliage Color
Green
Growth Rate
Fast
Hardiness Zone
9a
Mature Height
3 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Light Needs
Indoor High Light, Indoor Medium Light
Size Available
8 inch pot
Features
- Elegant, large, sword-shaped fronds.
- Glossy green foliage year-round.
- Dense, shapely form.
- Fine texture adds visual interest.
- Low maintenance, minimal pruning needed.
- Versatile for containers and baskets.
- Fast-growing for quick impact.
- Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
What customers say
The Kimberly Queen Fern is celebrated for its exceptional quality and lasting reliability. Reviewers consistently praise its lush, vibrant appearance upon arrival, often finding the plants fuller than expected and free from issues. Its robust health makes it a remarkably easy care option that thrives indoors. This dependable performance offers excellent value, solidifying its status as a top choice for indoor gardeners desiring low maintenance beauty. It's a favorite for its consistent, healthy growth and attractive presence.
Know before you buy
This fern prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant green color. While it can tolerate medium indoor light, it will grow more slowly and may become less dense if kept in lower light conditions.
The Kimberly Queen prefers consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Check the top inch of soil regularly; if it feels dry to the touch, it is time to water.
Yes, it is suitable for outdoor use in shaded or protected areas. However, keep in mind that it is hardy to Zone 9a, so it must be brought indoors before temperatures drop near freezing.
You can expect this fern to reach a mature height and width of approximately three feet. Because it is a fast grower, it will fill out its container or hanging basket relatively quickly.
Not at all. It is a low-maintenance variety that requires minimal pruning, mostly just the occasional removal of older, yellowing fronds to keep the plant looking tidy.
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