Commonly known as the Tasmanian tree fern, is a species of evergreen tree fern native to Australia, particularly Tasmania, Victoria, and New South Wales. This ancient plant, often referred to as a "living fossil," can grow up to 15 meters in height, with a thick, fibrous trunk and a crown of large, arching fronds that can reach several meters in length. It thrives in damp, shaded environments like temperate rainforests and gullies, where its presence contributes to the lush, prehistoric feel of these ecosystems. Dicksonia antarctica is highly valued in horticulture for its striking appearance and ability to enhance garden landscapes. Despite its resilience, it faces threats from habitat loss and overharvesting for ornamental purposes, prompting efforts to ensure its conservation and sustainable use.
Our tree ferns are cut from the forests in Tasmania. Tree fern dickinson antarctica is an evergreen tree fern, they have Long fronds that unfurl f...
View full detailsOur tree ferns are cut from the forests in Tasmania. Tree fern dickinson antarctica is an evergreen tree fern, they have Long fronds that unfurl f...
View full detailsThe Dicksonia antarctica, commonly known as the soft tree fern, is a spectacular and ancient species native to Australia and Tasmania. Renowned for...
View full detailsThe Dicksonia antarctica, commonly known as the soft tree fern, is a spectacular and ancient species native to Australia and Tasmania. Renowned for...
View full detailsThe Dicksonia antarctica, commonly known as the soft tree fern, is a spectacular and ancient species native to Australia and Tasmania. Renowned for...
View full detailsThe Dicksonia antarctica, commonly known as the soft tree fern, is a spectacular and ancient species native to Australia and Tasmania. Renowned for...
View full detailsWhether you want to transform your garden into a lush sanctuary or simply add a touch of timeless beauty, a tree fern is an excellent choice. It’s ...
View full detailsTree ferns, particularly the Dicksonia antarctica, bring an exotic and prehistoric vibe to gardens. Their lush, arching fronds create a tropical aesthetic, making them a focal point in shaded or woodland-style gardens. Here’s why they’re worth planting:
A few suggestions as to where you can plant Dicksonias
By planting your tree fern in a shaded, sheltered, and moist spot, you'll create an environment that mirrors its native habitat, helping it thrive and flourish.
Growing tree ferns is easy, but there are a few tips we can give. They are cut from the forest with a chain saw and therefore have no roots when they come to you. Pick a nice shady or semi shady spot and plant in the ground deep enough to keep them stable; about one sixth of its' trunk should be enough.
As they will have no roots to start with, you should water into the crown, so that the water just runs out of the top and down the trunk. Do this about once a week in dry weather for the first season. Within a year or so it will make its' own new roots and take care of its' own water.
Now in "normal winters" it is quite common in suburban gardens for the fronds to stay green all year. That it is not a problem, leave them alone unless they look ugly. Up north or in more exposed gardens, as soon as jack frost has blackened the fronds in November cut them off down to the crown and pack some fleece or sack in the crown and wrap the top 30-60cm with some more sack or fleece. We top ours with a hat like an upturned plastic plant pot to keep it all in place. In spring, around the end of March - mid April uncover the top and wait for the magic to begin again.
