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Tree fern
Hi.
I have a tree fern which had fantastic fronds but I left it unprotected one winter and it has significantly affected the growth of the fronds. They seem to be recovering more and more each year but I was wondering if there is anything I can do to get the fronds back to the way they were previously.
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Is your tree fern in a sheltered place? strong/constant winds not only break fronds but dry out tree ferns quickly. I water my tree fern trunk and crown every evening at the moment so it doesn't dry out. Could also try a dilute liquid feed straight into the crown once a month when in growth.
feed with seaweed or tomato food ,I know the experts will say no but my ferns are over 8ft and are in excellent health also always water crown and trunk in hot weather
i have a dicksonia antartica fern how and when do I cut down this amazing plant
it won't be an amazing plant if you cut it down
In the sticks near Peterborough
so do I leave it as it is all year round
Yes, and protect it in the winter ... here's some info
http://www.gardenersworld.com/plants/plant-finder/dicksonia-antarctica/
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.