DICKSONIA squarrosa
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DICKSONIA squarrosa
Commonly known as Slender tree fern
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
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Good to know
Requires high humidity. Keep trunk almost constantly wet. -
Place of origin
New Zealand. -
Evergreen2- or 3-pinnate fronds to about 2m (6½ft)
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Australian / New Zealand
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Patio / pot plants
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Bipinnate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
30cm (12in) -
FernAttractive, fast-growing tree fern which develops a slender, black trunk.
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Tall Shrub
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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
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to acid soilHumus-rich.
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
30cm (12in)
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