How To Divide Gunnera
Perennials are usually propagated by division in spring or summer.... Read more.
Is Gunnera Poisonous and is Gunnera Toxic To Dogs?
Gunnera is a large herbaceous, non-native plant in the UK.... Read more.
Is Gunnera Invasive in the UK, and why remove the flowers?
Gunnera, commonly called Giant Rhubarb or Gunnera Tinctoria is an... Read more.
Which Bamboo For Screening 2m+ High? (Quickest options)
Bamboo screening can be a tough decision if you know... Read more.
How Tall Does Bamboo Grow and how fast? (Ridiculous speed obviously!)
How Tall Does Bamboo Grow? Bamboo is one of the... Read more.
Is Bamboo Evergreen? (The insiders cheat sheet for garden structure)
Is Bamboo Evergreen? Bamboo is described as an evergreen member... Read more.
BUXUS Grow Guide and FAQ: How to care for the box tree (Buxus sempervirens) for hedging
Buxus (Buxus sempervirens) is an evergreen small tree or shrub,... Read more.
Clumping vs Running Bamboos (Don’t make this mistake)
What is the difference between clumping and running bamboos?
Bamboo species are broadly grouped into two main types: Clumping Bamboo (sympodial or pachymorph) ... Read more.
How do you propagate tree ferns?
If you’re in the UK it’s not that easy to propagate tree ferns unless you really can provide ideal conditions and humidity. How do you propagate tree ... Read more.
Can tree ferns grow in pots? (Don’t miss this if it’s your only option)
Technically yes tree ferns can grow in pots, but you are really doing them a disservice by keeping them all constrained like this. Unless you are absolutely on ... Read more.
How can I make my ferns grow bigger? (Follow this for bigger fronds!)
It’s actually not that hard to make your tree ferns grow bigger, if you follow these steps below. How can I make my ferns grow bigger? When we say ‘b... Read more.
How fast does a tree fern grow? (How much time do you have….)
Depending on the local conditions will depend on how fast your tree fern will grow. A tree fern such as Dicksonia Antarctica will grow 1inch in height per year ... Read more.
How long does it take for tree fern fronds to grow?
Tree ferns such as Dicksonia Antarctica have a new flush of fronds each spring, and if you’re lucky will push a couple more up through the year.
My own 6ft... Read more.
Are tree ferns invasive?
Are tree ferns invasive in the UK?
Are tree ferns invasive?
NO. If you’re growing tree ferns such as Dicksonia Antarctica in the UK, then no, it’s certai... Read more.
Are tree ferns expensive? Updated 2022 (Try shipping a log half way round the world yourself)
Yes tree ferns are expensive! Tree ferns are grown from literally as far away as is possible from the UK (Tasmania or East Australia), they are then chains... Read more.
Does a tree fern have roots?
Tree ferns do have roots, which is odd when you first get one as they come ‘cut’ from the ground with no roots at all. In fact the whole ‘trunk’ is made... Read more.
Can you grow tree ferns indoors?
Yes, you can grow tree ferns indoors, but I would seriously not bother unless you can guarantee ideal conditions which will be quite a struggle. Tree ferns ar... Read more.
Are tree ferns deciduous?
Tree ferns such as Dicksonia Antarctica are generally not deciduous in their natural location, but can become deciduous in colder climates. Are tree ferns d... Read more.
How long does a tree fern live?
In the wild, and naturally growing in the east of Australia and in Tasmania, tree ferns can live for well over 100 years. They are fairly slow growing, so take ... Read more.
Do Tree Ferns Prefer Sun Or Shade?
Tree ferns prefer shaded and sheltered spots. They will grow in full sun if they are also well watered (ideally using auto irrigation) but ideally if you can pl... Read more.