This 1.5ft (45cm) Dicksonia antarctica Tree Fern is a great way to introduce exotic character to shaded areas of your garden. Compact yet striking, this size is perfect for smaller outdoor spaces, raised beds, or container displays, while still delivering the prehistoric look that makes tree ferns so popular.
Also known as the Tasmanian Tree Fern, Dicksonia antarctica is the most cold-hardy tree fern available, well suited to UK gardens.
Product Overview:
Trunk Height: 1.5ft (approx. 45cm)
Botanical Name: Dicksonia antarctica
Common Names: Soft Tree Fern, Tasmanian Tree Fern
Growth Habit: Slow-growing; 1 inch of trunk per year in UK
Frond Reach: Can reach up to 2m at maturity
Hardiness: Hardy down to -5°C with winter crown protection
Delivery: Supplied bare root, trimmed for safe transport; fronds will regrow seasonally
Benefits of This Size:
Ideal for beginners or budget-conscious gardeners
Easy to handle, plant, and maintain
Suitable for pots, patios, or as part of layered woodland-style planting
Low maintenance and long-lived
Care and Growing Tips:
Position: Plant in dappled shade or full shade
Soil: Moist, rich, free-draining soil
Watering: Keep trunk and crown moist, especially during dry weather
Feeding: Monthly diluted seaweed or specialist fern feed from spring to late summer
Winter Care: Pack crown with fleece or straw during frosts; no need to dig up
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the tree fern arrive with fronds?
A: No. It is shipped as a bare-root trunk with fronds trimmed for protection. New fronds grow in spring.
Q: Is this size suitable for planting in a container?
A: Yes – this is an ideal size for pots or raised beds in small gardens or balconies.
Q: Is it hardy in UK winters?
A: Yes, it is suitable for most of the UK. Protect the crown in cold spells for best long-term health.
Q: How soon will it start growing?
A: Once planted and kept moist, new fronds typically emerge in spring or early summer.
Order Now – Tree Ferns for Sale UK
This 1.5ft Dicksonia antarctica tree fern is ready to ship across the UK. A great introduction to tree ferns, with long-term appeal and low maintenance requirements.
