{"product_id":"fern-leaved-tamarind-sarcotoechia-serrata","title":"Fern-leaved Tamarind - Sarcotoechia serrata","description":"\u003cp\u003eFern-leaved Tamarind (\u003cem\u003eSarcotoechia serrata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a bushy rainforest tree from north east Queensland that slowly reaches about 6m, a size that suits a suburban back yard. Its deep green leaves are arranged like the fronds of a fern, with pastel pink and cream new growth. In autumn it carries pea sized yellow fruits that split open to show shiny red fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFern like foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaflets are arranged in a herringbone, with rippled edges, and the fronds weep elegantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColourful new growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Young leaves emerge pink, fade to creamy peach and deepen to glossy green, so the tree is colourful through the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn fruit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Insignificant flowers give way to yellow fruits that open to show shiny red ones, a small display of colour in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 6m and growing slowly it stays in scale with a suburban garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA true native.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is related to the tuckeroo and the native tamarind, and it fits naturally into native and wildlife gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA small garden tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 3m from buildings and boundaries. Its modest height and slow growth suit the back corner of a suburban yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Site it beside a path, window or patio where you can watch the pink new growth emerge and the fronds sway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative and rainforest gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as an understorey tree in dappled shade, with ferns, gingers and other rainforest natives around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Fern-leaved Tamarind in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade or dappled shade, in a sheltered spot out of strong wind. It needs a frost free climate, so it suits tropical and subtropical gardens. In gardens that see frost, choose another small tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich, well drained soil with plenty of organic matter suits it. Dig in compost at planting time and mulch around the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks, and keep watering through dry spells afterwards. A slow release fertiliser in spring supports steady growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e It needs very little. Remove dead or crossing branches and let the tree keep its natural, bushy shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Fern-leaved Tamarind as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, and in 300mm pots, sold singly. This is a slow growing tree, so the 300mm pot gives a worthwhile head start. Tube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on this page, and the notify button emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright and settle best in a sheltered, dappled position. Plant out soon after delivery, water in well, mulch the soil and keep it moist while the roots settle.\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\/australian-native-trees\"\u003eBrowse Australian native trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-trees-for-urban-gardens\"\u003eSmall trees for urban gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-small-trees-for-small-backyards-australia\"\u003eBest small trees for small backyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/tuckeroo-tree-enhancing-landscape-design-with-versatility\"\u003eTuckeroo, a related native tree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does Fern-leaved Tamarind grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 6m, and it gets there slowly. That makes it a suitable tree for a suburban back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers part shade or dappled shade, in a position sheltered from strong wind. Rich, well drained soil and regular water in dry spells keep it growing well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it where there are frosts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It needs a frost free climate and should be protected from frost. In gardens with frost, a hardier small tree is a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790877884735,"sku":"SAR-SER-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":67790877950271,"sku":"SAR-SER-300MM","price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/fern-leaved-tamarind-sarcotoechia-serrata.jpg?v=1792210974","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/fern-leaved-tamarind-sarcotoechia-serrata","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}