Dicksonia squarrosa
Wheki
Features
- Masses of dark green fern fronds coming out of the crown of the trunk.
- Slender black trunk usually covered in many old fronds.
Uses
- Grows well in damp, shady areas of the garden.
- Great when used as mass plantings at entrances to gardens or houses.
- Give a native, architectural look to garden.
Growing Conditions
- Moderately coastal and frost hardy.
- Will tolerate a small amount of wind.
- Prefers moist to very moist soils.
Height | Width | |
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5 year old tree | 1.5m | 1.0m |
10 year old tree | 2.5m | 2.0m |
Country of Origin: New Zealand |