Man Fern,Soft Tree Fern,Woolly Tree Fern. A tree-like evergreen fern with delicate fronds, pale green at first darkening with age. Max Height 2m to 6m. Max Spread 4m. Shaded site. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dicksonia antarctica
A tree-like evergreen fern with delicate fronds, pale green at first darkening with age.
Additional information
| Generic | Dicksonia |
|---|---|
| Species | antarctica |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Man Fern, Soft Tree Fern, Woolly Tree Fern |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m, 6m |
| Family | Cyatheaceae |
| Spread | 4m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Single stemmed, Cycad or similar tree |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Protect from frost |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | In dry weather hose down trunk daily |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
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