Cyathea dealbata (NZ Silver Fern)

Cyathea dealbata (NZ Silver Fern) Details

Cyathea dealbata, commonly known as the Silver Fern or Punga, is a NZ native tree fern. It features bright green fronds up to 4 m long which have a graceful arch and are held atop a fibrous trunk. The fronds have a silver-white colouration on the underside, hence the common name. It typically grows to 6 m tall and 4 m wide but will generally be smaller than this in the home garden. This fern prefers to grow in a semi-shade or full shade positions that are well-drained, sheltered, and do not dry out. Once established it will tolerate drier conditions and light frost. Cyathea dealbata is well suited to cool and damp areas and is great for providing a sub-tropical feel to a garden. The Silver Fern is also used for revegetation projects, added to native gardens, planted alongside streams, and used in mixed plantings.