Australian Tree Fern
Alsophila australis
SKU
03590
Beautiful, finely cut, broad, bright green fronds spread out from atop a slender trunk, creating a lush and exotic accent with a palm tree-like affect. The fastest growing of the tree ferns and a stunning specimen for adding a tropical element to large containers on patios or indoors, or in temperate landscapes. A frost-tender evergreen.
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Filtered sun, Partial sun
Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
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- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
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- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
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| Botanical Pronunciation | al-SOFF-il-uh os-TRAY-liss |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Quickly reaches 20 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. spread. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Tree ferns are excellent for shaded nooks and under the canopies of larger shade trees. They add a decidedly lush exotic character to any space, be it under eaves or in atriums. Give them plenty of room overhead and combine with large-leafed foliage plants and very fiery colored exotic flowers. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Specimen, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Year-round Interest, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Fatsia (Aralia); Elephant Ear (Colocasia); Stromanthe (Stromanthe); Aucuba (Aucuba) |
Thrives in warm, humid environments with humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil and dappled shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun exposures in very hot regions. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep the root zone cool and conserve moisture. Feed lightly, periodically throughout the year.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 10-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant