{"title":"Tree Ferns","description":"\u003cp\u003eTree ferns give a garden the look of a rainforest gully faster than almost any other plant: a slender fibrous trunk topped with a wide umbrella of arching fronds. Most of this range is native to eastern Australia, and all of it wants shelter, moisture and soil rich in leaf litter. Choose by the height you have room for, how much cold and sun the position gets, and whether you want a full sized canopy fern or a dwarf form for a pot or courtyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose a tree fern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fern-tree-cyathea-cooperi\"\u003eFern Tree\u003c\/a\u003e is Cyathea cooperi, the lacy tree fern from Queensland and New South Wales. It is the fastest of the group, with a slim trunk marked by neat oval scars and fronds that can pass three metres long. In gardens it commonly reaches four to six metres, and it accepts more sun than most ferns once its roots are kept moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rough-tree-fern-cyathea-australis\"\u003eRough Tree Fern\u003c\/a\u003e is Cyathea australis, slower and tougher, with a thicker trunk covered in the rough bases of old fronds. It is the better choice for cooler districts, taking frost and more exposure than the lacy tree fern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor small spaces there are two compact options. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-aussie-larrikin-dwarf-norfolk-island-tree-fern-cyathea-brownii-little-aussie-larrikin\"\u003eLittle Aussie Larrikin Dwarf Norfolk Island Tree Fern\u003c\/a\u003e is a dwarf selection of a species that is very tall in the wild. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/volcano-dwarf-brazilian-tree-fern-blechnum-brasiliense-volcano\"\u003eVolcano Dwarf Brazilian Tree Fern\u003c\/a\u003e is a different plant again: a water fern that builds a short trunk over time and is grown for the reddish colour of its new fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere tree ferns grow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGive them the conditions of a gully: dappled light or morning sun, shelter from hot afternoon sun and drying wind, and soil that stays evenly moist. The south or east side of a house, a courtyard or the space under tall trees all suit. Wind is the main enemy, as it shreds and browns the fronds. The lacy tree fern suits subtropical and warm temperate gardens and needs frost protection while young. The rough tree fern is the one for Melbourne, Canberra and the ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnderplant with smaller ferns and foliage from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/birds-nest-ferns\"\u003ebirds nest ferns\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003eplants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDig plenty of compost into the planting area and set the fern at the level it grew in the pot. Allow for the spread of the crown, which is usually wider than people expect: three to four metres between full sized tree ferns gives each its own umbrella. Mulch thickly with leaf litter or bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare basics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWater the crown and trunk, not just the soil. The trunk is a mass of fibrous roots, and a tree fern takes up much of its water there, so hose it from the top down in warm or windy weather. Feed in spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertiliser. Cut old fronds off close to the trunk once they have browned. The fine hairs on the frond stalks of Cyathea can irritate skin, so wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning. See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/tree-fern-care-guide\"\u003etree fern care guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast do tree ferns grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacy tree fern is quick in good conditions and can add 30 centimetres or more of trunk in a year. The rough tree fern is noticeably slower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan tree ferns grow in full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacy and rough tree ferns will take a good deal of sun in humid, mild climates if the trunk and roots never dry out. In hot, dry or windy positions they scorch, so shade from midday onwards is safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow a tree fern in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for some years. Use a large, heavy pot with quality potting mix, keep it out of the wind and never let it dry out. The dwarf forms are the easiest to keep in a container long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the fronds on my tree fern turning brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dryness, hot sun or wind. Water the crown and trunk more often and check the shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fern-tree-cyathea-cooperi","title":"Fern Tree - Cyathea cooperi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fern Tree (\u003cem\u003eCyathea cooperi\u003c\/em\u003e, also sold as \u003cem\u003eSphaeropteris cooperi\u003c\/em\u003e) is the fastest growing of the Australian tree ferns, and the quickest way to put a rainforest canopy over a shaded courtyard. It reaches about 5m tall with a frond spread near 3.5m, on a slim fibrous trunk that takes up almost no ground space. Its roots are non invasive and it is not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed you can actually see.\u003c\/strong\u003e Of all the tree ferns this is the one that moves. Given warmth, water and shelter it pushes a new flush of fronds through every warm month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA canopy without a root problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non invasive roots mean it can go close to paving or a pool surround where a shade tree would cause trouble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e It carries our Pet Friendly rating, which matters for a plant at ground level in a courtyard a dog uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakes damp ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet feet tolerant, so the low corner that stays soggy after rain becomes an opportunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide climate range.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, unusual for a plant this lush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One mature fern changes the feel of a whole courtyard. Uplight the trunk and the silhouette does the work at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFern groves and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart. At that spacing the crowns overlap into a continuous green ceiling while each trunk stays visible underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and small gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrow trunk and contained roots suit a tight bed beside a pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the Fern Tree in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered light or part shade is ideal, and shelter from hot dry wind matters most, because wind desiccates the fronds far faster than sun does. It takes light frost only, so in cold inland and highland gardens choose a protected spot under a canopy and expect frond burn in a hard winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, organic and moisture retentive. Dig in compost generously and mulch 75mm deep, clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water the trunk and the crown, not just the soil. The trunk is a mass of aerial roots that absorbs moisture directly, so a daily hose over it in hot weather is the difference between lush fronds and crisp brown ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and grooming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow release fertiliser in spring, plus the occasional bucket of weak liquid feed poured into the crown. Cut old fronds off close to the trunk once they brown, wearing gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFern Trees are grown in sizes from 140mm and 200mm packs through 250mm, 300mm and 400mm pots up to 45L, 100L and 200L. The smaller pots arrive as a crown of fronds with no visible trunk yet, and they are the value choice for a grove if you can wait: the trunk lifts within two to three years in a warm garden. Large containers arrive already trunking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed upright with the fronds protected and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Some frond damage in transit is normal, because the plant replaces its canopy within a season. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eBrowse ferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eMore Australian natives for habitat gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBuild the rest of the tropical planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun can it take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltered light suits it best. It handles more sun in a humid coastal garden where the air stays moist, but in a dry inland garden afternoon sun scorches the fronds however much you water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the fronds going brown at the tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry wind or a dry trunk rather than a soil problem. Hose the trunk and crown in hot weather, add a windbreak, and trim the spent fronds off. The crown replaces them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it carries the Pet Friendly rating. Note that the fine scales on the trunk and unfurling fronds can irritate human skin, so wear gloves when you groom it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140108734783,"sku":"CYA-COO-140MM-P10","price":246.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140108702015,"sku":"CYA-COO-200MM-P6","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44217559908671,"sku":"CYA-COO-300MM","price":156.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140108800319,"sku":"CYA-COO-400MM","price":425.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100288794943,"sku":"CYA-COO-500MM","price":1138.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44938287808831,"sku":"CYA-COO-100L","price":1138.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":44493501235519,"sku":"CYA-COO-200L","price":1925.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100288729407,"sku":"CYA-COO-300L","price":4950.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Fern-Tree-Cyathea-cooperi_30cce49e.jpg?v=1768454752"},{"product_id":"rough-tree-fern-cyathea-australis","title":"Rough Tree Fern - Cyathea australis","description":"\u003cp\u003eRough Tree Fern (\u003cem\u003eCyathea australis\u003c\/em\u003e) is the hardiest of the Australian tree ferns and the one to plant for a rainforest canopy in a suburban garden. Given time it builds a trunk to about 5m with a crown spreading 3m across, though that takes fifteen years or more, so most gardens enjoy it at head height first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTougher than it looks.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles frost, wind, humidity and wet feet, a rare combination in a fern and the reason it succeeds where soft tree ferns sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant rainforest structure.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single trunk with a 3m crown creates a canopy layer in one plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen, despite appearances.\u003c\/strong\u003e It holds its fronds year round, so the garden does not go bare in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt suits a shaded courtyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow growth and a narrow footprint make it one of the few canopy plants for a small garden or a large pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e One fern in a shaded corner does more than a bed of shrubs. Underplant with clivias or native violet so the trunk stands clear as it gains height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and shaded gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow side gardens, courtyards and the southern side of a house all suit it. Allow about 3m of clear width for the mature crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows well in a pot at least 500mm wide, the practical option on a shaded balcony, though a potted tree fern dries out far faster than one in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rough Tree Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade is ideal, with protection from hot afternoon sun and drying wind. Morning sun is fine; in full exposure the fronds bleach and crisp. It suits subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, and it is frost hardy once established, though young plants in a frost pocket want an overhead canopy at first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and moisture retentive, with plenty of compost or leaf litter. It tolerates wet feet, so a low damp part of the garden is an advantage. Mulch generously and never let the root zone bake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water is the whole game. Keep the soil moist, and in dry or windy weather water the trunk as well as the ground, because the fibrous trunk absorbs moisture directly. Liquid feed monthly through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut old brown fronds off close to the trunk once they have finished. Wear gloves and long sleeves: the fine hairs on the fronds and trunk irritate the skin of many people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in a 300mm pot and in packs of six 200mm plants. Both are young ferns with a crown of fronds and little or no visible trunk yet, which is what a tree fern looks like at this stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerns dislike dry air in transit, so expect some frond edges to look tired on arrival. Cut off anything badly damaged, water thoroughly, and keep the plant in shade while it settles. New fronds usually unfurl within four to eight weeks in warm weather. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eferns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003ecreating the right environment for ferns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind companions in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eplants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast will it grow a trunk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly. Around 20 to 30cm a year with steady moisture and shelter, which puts a 5m specimen at fifteen years or more. Nothing makes a tree fern quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot long term?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a pot 500mm or wider with good drainage and a rich mix. Potted plants stay smaller and need watering far more often, sometimes daily in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the fronds make my skin itch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trunk and frond bases carry fine hairs that irritate skin on contact, which is what gives the rough tree fern its name. Wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning or planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100342862143,"sku":"CYA-AUS-140MM-P10","price":290.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44846609727807,"sku":"CYA-AUS-200MM-P6","price":435.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44846609760575,"sku":"CYA-AUS-300MM","price":141.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100342993215,"sku":"CYA-AUS-400MM","price":264.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100342796607,"sku":"CYA-AUS-500MM","price":742.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Rough-Tree-Fern-Cyathea-australis.jpg?v=1741858387"},{"product_id":"volcano-dwarf-brazilian-tree-fern-blechnum-brasiliense-volcano","title":"Volcano Dwarf Brazilian Tree Fern - Blechnum brasiliense 'Volcano'","description":"\u003cp\u003eVolcano Dwarf Brazilian Tree Fern (\u003cem\u003eBlechnum brasiliense\u003c\/em\u003e 'Volcano') is a fast growing fern that fills a shady bed with an arching fountain of deeply divided fronds. It reaches 1m to 1.5m tall and 50cm to 1m wide, and each new frond opens deep rust red before maturing to glossy dark green, like lava at the centre of a green volcano. It is a warm climate fern that repays a shaded, moist spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour at the centre.\u003c\/strong\u003e New fronds emerge deep rust red and age to dark glossy green with bronze tones, so the middle of the plant is always showing something fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fills out quickly for a fern, which helps a bare shady bed look established sooner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for a tree fern.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1m to 1.5m it brings a tree fern look to courtyards and garden beds without the height of the larger species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerates wet feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e It copes with damp soil that rots many shade plants, so it suits low, moist corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible placement.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in shade beds, under taller plants, in containers and in bright indoor spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade beds and underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 80cm apart beneath trees, palms and tall shrubs, where its arching fronds form a lush middle layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e With warmth and humidity it is at home among gingers, elephant ears and palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e One fern in a large pot suits a covered verandah or a bright room away from heaters. Repot every two to three years to refresh the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Volcano Dwarf Brazilian Tree Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade to part shade, in a warm, humid spot sheltered from wind. It suits tropical and subtropical gardens best, because frost damages the fronds. In cooler regions grow it in a pot and move it under cover through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moist, free draining soil with plenty of organic matter. Plant with the crown of the fern above the soil line, never buried. It tolerates wet feet, and mulch helps hold an even level of moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. In dry spells water every second day, since ferns thrive in humid air. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring, then a liquid feed every four weeks through the warmer months at half the recommended strength to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old fronds as they brown to keep the plant fresh and cut the risk of disease. Repot container plants in the cooler months, while the fern is dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Volcano Dwarf Brazilian Tree Fern as tube stock and in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Tube stock is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, while the 140mm pots give you a more developed fern for faster impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the tubes come from our grower, they are not always on hand. A tube on backorder simply means the grower has none right now, and the notify button on the page sends you an email the day it returns. Plants travel upright, and any bruised fronds can be trimmed at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGrowing ferns: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a true tree fern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold as a dwarf tree fern for its upright, fountain-like habit, but at 1m to 1.5m it stays far smaller than the big tree ferns, which makes it practical for courtyards and pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in bright, indirect light and away from heaters and dry air. Water often and keep the mix evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the new fronds red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the Volcano's signature. New fronds open deep rust red and darken to green as they mature, so a healthy plant keeps showing fresh red at the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790179533119,"sku":"BLE-BRA-VOLCAN-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790179598655,"sku":"BLE-BRA-VOLCAN-140MM-P10","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/volcano-dwarf-brazilian-tree-fern-blechnum-brasiliense-volcano.jpg?v=1792195534"},{"product_id":"little-aussie-larrikin-dwarf-norfolk-island-tree-fern-cyathea-brownii-little-aussie-larrikin","title":"Little Aussie Larrikin Dwarf Norfolk Island Tree Fern - Cyathea brownii 'Little Aussie Larrikin'","description":"\u003cp\u003eLittle Aussie Larrikin Dwarf Norfolk Island Tree Fern (\u003cem\u003eCyathea brownii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Little Aussie Larrikin') is a compact form of the tallest tropical tree fern, which brings rainforest drama down to a size an ordinary garden can hold. It grows 2 to 4m tall and 1.5 to 2m wide, with long, finely divided fronds almost as long as the plant is tall. It is unusual among tree ferns in that it will stand full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRainforest drama at garden size.\u003c\/strong\u003e A dwarf form of the tallest tropical tree fern, it gives the same jungle look in a fraction of the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, finely divided fronds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fronds nearly as long as the plant is tall make a lush, arching crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakes sun as well as shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most tree ferns want a rainforest's worth of shade. This one can stand full sun, though it appreciates some shade in the hottest part of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits tropical and fern gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a natural centrepiece for a tropical bed or a collection of ferns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWell-behaved roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tree ferns have fibrous, shallow roots rather than the aggressive kind that lift paving, so they sit comfortably near paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and fern gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart as feature specimens and underplant with smaller ferns and shade-loving foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyards and entries.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a sheltered, humid corner it gives height and a lush crown without the bulk of a full-size tree fern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeside water features.\u003c\/strong\u003e Humid air and steady moisture suit it, and the fronds reflect well in a pond or pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Little Aussie Larrikin Dwarf Norfolk Island Tree Fern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, humid and frost free: it needs to stay above 6C, with warm weather all year and regular rainfall. It suits tropical and subtropical gardens, and sheltered, frost free spots in warmer temperate ones. Protect it from cold and wind, and give it a little shade during the hottest part of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, neutral to slightly acid. Plant carefully, keeping the crown of the fern above the soil line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch, and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. After that, keep it moist through dry periods and water frequently, as mature plants can drink half a litre a day in summer. Add extra organic mulch in spring and autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove dead brown fronds at the base. Leave the crown alone, because that is where the new fronds come from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Little Aussie Larrikin Dwarf Norfolk Island Tree Fern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Availability of the tube depends on our grower. When the grower has none it shows as on backorder, and you can press the notify button on the page to be emailed the day it is back. A young tree fern arrives as a small tuft of fronds, and the trunk and full height build over years, so plant it with the crown above the soil and be patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/palms-ferns-tropical\"\u003ePalms, ferns and tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ferns-for-shady-areas\"\u003eFerns for shady areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ideal-fern-environments-in-your-garden\"\u003eGrowing ferns in Australia: light, humidity and placement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that stays lush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 2 to 4m tall and 1.5 to 2m wide, which makes it a dwarf next to the standard Norfolk Island tree fern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, which is unusual for a tree fern. It still appreciates some shade during the hottest part of the day, and it needs plenty of water to match the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It needs to stay frost free and above 6C, so in cold districts it is not a garden plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67790295662911,"sku":"CYA-BRO-LITTLE-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/little-aussie-larrikin-dwarf-norfolk-island-tree-fern-cyathea-brownii-little-aussie-larrikin.jpg?v=1792198260"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/collections\/Fern-Tree-Cyathea-cooperi_30cce49e.jpg?v=1794666929","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/collections\/tree-ferns.oembed","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}