Tasmanian Tree Fern

Dicksonia antarctica

Pronunciation: dik-SO-ni-a ant-ARK-tik-a
SKU #03620
9-11

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LIGHT: Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 15 ft. tall, 12 ft. wide.

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Description A lovely fern, furnishing bright green foliage with a fine, lacy texture. A dark brown trunk holds a spreading crown of the feathery, arching fronds that reach 3 to 6 ft. long. A beautiful evergreen accent for a lush tropical effect and a great presence in the landscape.
Bloom Time Prized for foliage.
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Easy Care
Problems/Solutions Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Slow
Growth Habit Vase-Shaped
Landscape Use Container
Design Ideas Perfect Fern for bringing down high walls in enclosed gardens, atriums and walled courtyards. Place against a vertical surface to encourage bending or let it stand alone as a centerpiece. Most attractive when grouped into a Fern dell, which is refreshing in hot climates. Keep away from hot or persistent winds.
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Fern ((Matteuccia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ear (Colocasia); Fatsia (Fatsia)
Care Instructions Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil with warm, humid shade or dappled shade. Apply mulch to keep the root zone cool and conserve moisture. Water regularly during first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers evenly moist soils. Feed lightly, periodically throughout the year.
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DescriptionA lovely fern, furnishing bright green foliage with a fine, lacy texture. A dark brown trunk holds a spreading crown of the feathery, arching fronds that reach 3 to 6 ft. long. A beautiful evergreen accent for a lush tropical effect and a great presence in the landscape.
Bloom TimePrized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care
Problems/SolutionsRabbit Resistant
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitVase-Shaped
Style
Landscape UseContainer
Design IdeasPerfect Fern for bringing down high walls in enclosed gardens, atriums and walled courtyards. Place against a vertical surface to encourage bending or let it stand alone as a centerpiece. Most attractive when grouped into a Fern dell, which is refreshing in hot climates. Keep away from hot or persistent winds.
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsFern ((Matteuccia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ear (Colocasia); Fatsia (Fatsia)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil with warm, humid shade or dappled shade. Apply mulch to keep the root zone cool and conserve moisture. Water regularly during first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers evenly moist soils. Feed lightly, periodically throughout the year.

Frequently asked questions

Does Tasmanian Tree Fern produce flowers?
Prized for foliage.
Is Tasmanian Tree Fern evergreen or deciduous?
Tasmanian Tree Fern is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Tasmanian Tree Fern?
Tasmanian Tree Fern is Easy Care.
Is Tasmanian Tree Fern resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Tasmanian Tree Fern grow?
Tasmanian Tree Fern has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Tasmanian Tree Fern?
Tasmanian Tree Fern grows in an Vase-Shaped habit.
Where can I use Tasmanian Tree Fern in my landscape?
Tasmanian Tree Fern is suitable for: Container.
How can I use Tasmanian Tree Fern in my garden design?
Perfect Fern for bringing down high walls in enclosed gardens, atriums and walled courtyards. Place against a vertical surface to encourage bending or let it stand alone as a centerpiece. Most attractive when grouped into a Fern dell, which is refreshing in hot climates. Keep away from hot or persistent winds.
What color is the foliage of Tasmanian Tree Fern?
Tasmanian Tree Fern has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Tasmanian Tree Fern?
Good companion plants for Tasmanian Tree Fern include: Fern ((Matteuccia); Sweet Flag (Acorus); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ear (Colocasia); Fatsia (Fatsia).
How do I care for Tasmanian Tree Fern?
Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil with warm, humid shade or dappled shade. Apply mulch to keep the root zone cool and conserve moisture. Water regularly during first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established, tolerates periodic dry spells but prefers evenly moist soils. Feed lightly, periodically throughout the year.

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