big fern tree
If you’re searching for the perfect big fern tree to create a lush, tropical retreat in your New Zealand garden, you’ve come to the right place. Big fern trees are renowned for their striking, arching fronds and elegant trunks, making them stunning centrepieces for both shaded gardens and larger landscape projects. Whether you want iconic native species or hardy exotic varieties, there’s a big fern tree to suit your needs. On this page, we’ll break down the essential options, their care, and planting tips to help you transform your outdoor space into an evergreen sanctuary.
Podocarpus gracilior (African Fern Pine)
Podocarpus gracilior, commonly known as the African Fern Pine, Fern Podocarpus, carries soft, weeping, deep green foliage held on rigid branches. It typically grows to 20 m tall and 10 m wide but can easily be contained with trimming. Podocarpus gracilior makes a lovely shade tree, specimen, screen, or hedge. It also suits being included in a mixed planting in a large garden and or being used in an avenue planting.
From $299.92
Robinia Frisia
Robinia Frisia, commonly known as the Golden Robinia, features fern-like foliage that emerges light yellow-green in spring, ages to become green-yellow, then turns bright yellow in autumn before falling. Clusters of fragrant, white flowers are borne from late spring through summer and add extra interest to this tree. It will reach 12 m tall and 6 m wide. Robinia Frisia is commonly grown as a specimen, used in avenue plantings, planted to border an entrance, or grown to provide summer shade.
From $343.89
