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Looking to add instant height, lush greenery, and dramatic structure to your garden? Discover our range of tall ferns for sale, perfect for creating stunning shaded retreats or natural screening in your landscape. Tall ferns are the heroes of New Zealand gardens, bringing an ancient, tranquil aesthetic to outdoor spaces and thriving across many climates with minimal fuss.

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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.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 20.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Coastal, Formal, Mediterranean
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Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern)

The Blue Star Fern features wavy leaves that are a blue-green colour. This popular indoor plant grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same wide. It grows best when positioned in partial shade on a well-drained soil in a sheltered spot. It will not tolerate wet growing conditions or frost. This Fern makes for a fantastic potted plant but can also be grown outdoors in warmer climates. In such environments it is often planted around pool and other outdoor living areas. This is an easy plant to grow and very forgiving.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Leptinella dioica (Bachelors Buttons)

Leptinella dioica (aka Cotula dioica), commonly known as Bachelors Buttons, is an herbaceous perennial native to New Zealand. It is a creeping and...

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Potentilla Peaches and Cream

Potentilla Peaches and Cream is a lovely shrub that is grown for its masses of pretty flowers. Single, peach coloured flowers coat the plant from...

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Achillea 'Anthea' yellow flowers.

Achillea Anthea

Achillea Anthea is a variety of commonly known, Yarrow or Milfoil, and is grown for its elegant sprays of umbrella shaped, lemon-yellow flowers. The...

From$21.53
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Podocarpus Maki (Fern Pine)

Podocarpus macrophyllus Maki, commonly known as Shrubby Yew Tree, Chinese Podocarpus, or Shrubby Podocarpus, produces dense, dark green leaves, with...

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Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena) plants with purple flowers bordering a path.

Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena)

Verbena bonariensis, commonly known as Tall Verbena, is a striking perennial that brings height and elegance to New Zealand gardens. It produces...

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An exquisite Tall Fescue lawn.

Tall Fescue

Tall Fescue is an excellent lawn grass choice for New Zealand homeowners seeking a dark green, tough, and attractive lawn. It is widely used by ready...

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Podocarpus gracilior (African Fern Pine)

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Why Choose Tall Ferns?

Tall ferns are easy-care architectural plants that transform shady patches into enchanting green sanctuaries. Their stunning fronds filter light, offering privacy and habitat for native wildlife. These ferns work beautifully as feature plants, along borders, or under the dappled shade of mature trees. Whether you’re designing a lush fernery or softening a fence line, our selection of tall ferns for sale will inspire new garden possibilities.

Our Tall Ferns Selection

We are proud to offer several iconic New Zealand and Australian fern species in the nursery, each with unique shape, height, and foliage.

Cyathea medullaris (Black Tree Fern)

A signature forest giant, the Cyathea medullaris (Black Tree Fern) is renowned for its impressive black trunk and feathery arching fronds that can span several metres. Ideal for establishing a subtropical canopy, this fern creates instant landscape impact. It’s hardy, fast-growing, and loves moist, sheltered sites.

Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern)

For a softer look, the Adiantum formosum (Giant Maidenhair Fern) stands out with tall, graceful, lacy fronds. It can reach up to 1.5 metres and thrives in moist soil. This elegant fern is a favourite for fern gardens and adding a touch of softness to shaded beds.

Cyathea cunninghamii (Slender Tree Fern)

If you’re after a more refined tree fern, the Cyathea cunninghamii (Slender Tree Fern) is perfect. It features a slender trunk and delicate fronds, reaching heights similar to its larger relatives but with a narrower footprint, making it suited to smaller gardens or woodland paths.

Combining Tall Ferns With Companion Plants

Create a textured fernery by pairing tall ferns with shade-loving companions. Underplant with hardy varieties like the Rumohra adiantiformis (Leatherleaf Fern) for deep green foliage, or the Doodia australis (Rasp Fern) for a pop of rosy new growth beneath your tree ferns. Mixing evergreen ferns adds diversity and year-round interest to your shade garden.

Caring for Tall Ferns

Tall ferns flourish with consistent moisture, rich organic soil, and protection from harsh winds. Mulch bases well to retain moisture and encourage strong root growth. With the right care, your ferns will reward you with fast growth and decades of lush, verdant beauty.

Ready to transform your garden? Explore our full range of tall ferns for sale and elevate your outdoor oasis with these timeless natives. Whether you’re seeking a statement tree fern or a delicate giant maidenhair, we have the perfect tall fern to bring your vision to life.


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