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  • DICKSONIA squarrosa
    DICKSONIA squarrosa
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    DICKSONIA squarrosa

    Commonly known as Slender tree fern

     AWARD
    The smallest growing of the tree ferns with a slender trunk upright dark green fronds which open vertically and then arch down
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Requires high humidity. Keep trunk almost constantly wet.
    • Place of origin
      New Zealand.
    • Evergreen
      2- or 3-pinnate fronds to about 2m (6½ft)
    • Australian / New Zealand
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Bipinnate
    • Height
      3m (10ft)
    • Spread
      30cm (12in)
    • Fern
      Attractive, fast-growing tree fern which develops a slender, black trunk.
    • Tall Shrub
    • Will grow outside in milder locations
      This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Neutral to acid soil
      Humus-rich.
    • Full shade
    • Partial shade
    • Mature Size
      3m (10ft)
      fern - guide for size not form Average Person
        30cm (12in)
       
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
    Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
    1.5 kg
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
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