Dicksonia Antarctica Tree Ferns.
The Dicksonia Antarctica Tree Fern also known as the Soft Tree Fern is an amazing plant and one of the oldest in the world, native to Australia and New Zealand. It's thick trunk is densely covered with matted aerial roots and is very slow growing. In contrast its amazing lush green fronds spring from the crown growing incredibly quickly, given enough water and Tree Fern Feed.
It prefers a shady spot spot, but if planted in a sunny position, it will need more water. The most important thing to remember is to keep the trunk moist. Trunk hardy down to -10 degrees for short periods, but it will need protection in prolonged winter freezing. In winter protect the crown with handful of straw to prevent snow and ice settling. Wrap the trunk and fronds with layers of fleece.
Not many plants can match the elegance of this Tree Fern. With the popularity of Tree Ferns increasing in the UK, sustainability is very important. At The Palm Tree Company all of our Dicksonia Antarctica are sourced under licence and come from sustainable areas.(see tag image). These tree ferns are exceptional and the very best quality available anywhere. We are able to transport tree ferns complete with Fronds if they have them at time of delivery.
Please take note: 3 and 4ft are pre-order for mid August 2024.
Please Note: Height stated is trunk height without the fronds.
Click into the "Height" box and price of each fern is shown next to its size. UK delivery is FREE on all our palms, plants and trees.
To PRE-ORDER please contact us: sales@thepalmtreecompany.com with your requirements or alternatively reserve by choosing 'Manual' payments at checkout (where no payment is taken until just before delivery).
DICKSONIA ANTARCTICA. Free UK Delivery!
Latin Name: Dicksonia Antarctica.
Common Name: Soft Tree Fern, Australian Tree Fern.
Origin: Tasmania and Australia.
Hardiness: Trunk hardy to -10 degrees or lower for short periods.
Growth: Huge and amazingly beautiful green fronds which may exceed the height of the trunk and grow incredibly quickly. Slow growing solitary trunk, covered with brown aerial roots. In winter protect the crown with handful of straw to prevent snow and ice settling. Wrap the trunk and fronds with layers of fleece.
Sun: Partial shade.
Exposure: sheltered.
Soil: requires good drainage.
Moisture: Water regularly into the crown. Keep trunk moist.
Feed: Feed regularly with Tree Fern Feed throughout the summer starting around May.
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3 And 4ft Are Pre-Order For Mid August.
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Our Tree Ferns are all sourced under licence and come from sustainable areas.
All palms and plants have been imported with phytosanitary certificates from top quality growers.