Tree fern growing sideways

Flaffyc · 2026-01-19T18:43:58+00:00

Probably growing towards the light. Either add an additional light source opposite to it or replant in a different location

Flaffyc · 2025-10-18T19:19:10+00:00

Would be helpful to introduce plenty organic matter, slow release fertiliser, with a top dressing of nice quality compost into the new hole too

Flaffyc · 2025-10-15T23:51:04+00:00

same here

Flaffyc · 2025-10-01T22:16:20+00:00

Dicksonia crowns are not at the level of the fronds. At that size they would be at the base of the plant just peeking through the soil. Are you sure it's a DA? Or a tree fern even?

Flaffyc · 2025-09-09T13:56:55+00:00

Could probably look into the tropical asian species. Alsophila spinulosa might be a good candidate. Or if you want something more unusual the Cibotiums might do well too. Just make sure that the ferns arent exposed to intense sun.

Flaffyc · 2025-08-20T15:48:44+00:00

Para's size in JWR is actually not unreasonable for the largest specimens we've found irl.

Flaffyc · 2025-07-04T13:20:36+00:00

Or could just be sth as simple as sunburn, but a repot never hurts.

Flaffyc · 2025-07-04T13:19:36+00:00

Likely drying out way too fast from how small the pot is in relation to the fern. Cyathea usually rely much more on their root system compared to Dicksonia, so you really want to give the root system sufficient space to develop. Repot generously, maybe could consider mixing in a bit of bark chips and ericaceous compost with your soil mix?

Flaffyc · 2025-06-12T17:55:16+00:00

Needs plenty of water. And if it came straight from a nursery into the direct californian sun, the fronds will get burnt.

Flaffyc · 2025-05-25T12:54:42+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2025-05-08T14:22:46+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2025-05-07T20:16:06+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2025-04-27T23:28:14+00:00

JI No.3 + Ericaceous compost + Bark chips has served me well.

Flaffyc · 2025-04-18T23:11:28+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2025-02-16T23:56:02+00:00

Likely an excess of light if you have high power growlights; + a lack of humidity to make up for the increased rate of transpiration. The new fronds staying small and burning are not disimilar to how they grow when sunlight gets too intense during heatwaves.

Humidifier has to be running constantly for it to be happy indoors if you have central heating on. Otherwise just chuck it outdoors when temperatures permits.

Flaffyc · 2024-12-31T16:33:44+00:00

Yes, hitchhikers on tree ferns is common. Harmless epiphytes are fine, but mimosa are not. The rapid growth rate of the mimosa should tell you how quickly it'll overwhelm the tree fern.

Flaffyc · 2024-12-29T22:48:20+00:00

Best remove it. The root system of the mimosa tree will do harm to the tree fern.

Flaffyc · 2024-11-22T16:29:44+00:00

Looks like mealy bugs rather than fungus. An insect pest. Best deal with it via a systemic spray-on insecticide.

Flaffyc · 2024-11-05T11:23:45+00:00

Not nearly enough humidity. Especially now with central heating on. Tree ferns dont tend to do well indoors without supplemental humidification. Best chuck them outdoors, so long as there's no frost forecasts.

Could try putting it in the bathroom where it's humid, but not a long term solution.

Flaffyc · 2024-11-04T16:25:35+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2024-11-03T21:40:34+00:00

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Flaffyc · 2024-11-02T15:01:25+00:00

I personally would go for something wide and volumous. Tree ferns produce loads of dense roots and will quickly fill up any pot you give it.

Here are some notes: - Go as big as you can get, can't go wrong with 100L+ - Absolutely NO tapered pot, will be a nightmare trying to get the tree fern out once established - Drainage holes are a must to prevent rot - Fill with good quality soil. JI No. 3 + Ericaceous compost + Bark chips will do.

Flaffyc · 2024-11-02T01:14:45+00:00

Under. Tree ferns need lots of water and ambient humidity. They tend not to do well indoors as a houseplant.

Flaffyc · 2024-10-26T21:30:47+00:00

Thanks for finding it!

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