dicksonia

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At-A-Glance Information

This genus of tree ferns needs full sun in cooler climates (partial shade in warmer ones), and regular water. These ferns are hardy and slow-growing, native to the Southern Hemisphere. 

dicksonia Species and Varietals

The best growing zones for Dicksonia vary depending on the species. For more information, see the species descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Dicksonia antarctica (Tasmanian Tree Fern)
This species grows well in zones 8, 9, 14-17, 19-24 and H1 and is native to southern Australia and Tasmania. This is a hardy tree fern, taking temperatures down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. It reaches 15 feet tall and has a thick, red-brown fuzzy trunk. Fronds are 3-6 feet long and arch nicely.

Dicksonia squarrosa
This species is best in zones 17, 23, 24 and H1 and is native to New Zealand. Trunk is slender and dark in color, reaching 20 feet tall at maturity. Leathery fronds form a flat crown and are 8 feet long with white undersides. 

Caring for dicksonia

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Gallery

Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
A field of thea sinensis
Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'

Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 288, Dicksonia
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