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Tree Fern - Dicksonia Antarctica
steve.wheeler30
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Hi All. I have a lovely 6’ Dicksonia Antarctica tree fern that is planted in the ground. Ive had it for around 7 years and it is growing really well and producing lovely fronds each year.
However I’ve noticed that the roots on the trunk aren’t growing with the tree, meaning it looks a bit odd. It gets watered every day by an irrigation system and in summer it gets fed once a week.
Does anyone know why the roots aren’t growing up the trunk where the old fronds have been removed?
However I’ve noticed that the roots on the trunk aren’t growing with the tree, meaning it looks a bit odd. It gets watered every day by an irrigation system and in summer it gets fed once a week.
Does anyone know why the roots aren’t growing up the trunk where the old fronds have been removed?
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Just found your post ; had similar problem with mine a few years ago .
I cut the old fronds off in the autumn much closer than you have done ; try removing the old 'pegs' with secateurs right to the trunk .
The stem is actually a mass of root , and I've found a daily soaking of the 'trunk' is conducive to the type of growth you require .
Hope this helps !
Thank you very much for your reply and I will try those suggestions.
Thanks, Steve
Good luck .