Dicksonia antarctica
Common name: Australian tree fern
Family: Cyathaceae
Plant type  | Tree |
| Height | 30 to 30 feet |
| Spread | 12 to 12 feet |
| Habit | Upright |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Interests | Foliage |
| Uses | Borders, specimen plant |
| Skill level | Expert |
| Maintenance | Moderate |
| Hardiness | 8 |
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| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Dry to moist |
| Soil type | Slightly acid to slightly lime |
| Soil fertility | Moderate |
| Water consumption | Moderate |
| Site | Sheltered |
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Dicksonia antarctica makes an impressive site in a suburban garden. A slow growing plant it eventrually forms a strong trunk with a rosette of evergreen fern leaves at the top.
The Australian tree fern grows well-drained soil in sun or light shade. Dicksonia requires protection from winter frosts, usually by wrapping with crown with straw.
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