Cooper's tree fern

How to Grow and Care for Cooper's tree fern

Cooper's tree fern · Sphaeropteris cooperi
Also known as: Australian tree fern; lacy tree fern; scaly tree fern

In areas prone to frost, grow in a container under glass with a minimum winter temperature of 10°C. The plant may be placed outside during the summer in a sheltered and partially-shaded spot. It requires a moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil; in hot, dry summers water the stem as well as the soil, but avoid watering the crown in winter. Apply liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season. Will grow without winter protection only in milder areas. See how to grow ferns for further advice

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Planting and Growing Cooper's tree fern

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Care difficulty4 / 5
Watering scheduleKeep soil evenly moist with higher air humidity
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Loam
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingWeak balanced feed during active frond growth
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

In areas prone to frost, grow in a container under glass with a minimum winter temperature of 10°C. The plant may be placed outside during the summer in a sheltered and partially-shaded spot. It requires a moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil; in hot, dry summers water the stem as well as the soil, but avoid watering the crown in winter. Apply liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season. Will grow without winter protection only in milder areas. See how to grow ferns for further advice

How to Water Cooper's tree fern?

Keep soil evenly moist with higher air humidity

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Cooper's tree fern?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Cooper's tree fern?

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What Soil Is Best for Cooper's tree fern?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Cooper's tree fern?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize Cooper's tree fern?

Weak balanced feed during active frond growth

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How to Prune Cooper's tree fern?

Dead or damaged fronds may be removed as necessary

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How to Propagate Cooper's tree fern?

Propagate by sowing spores as soon as ripe

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How to Transplant Cooper's tree fern?

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How to Care for Cooper's tree fern in Winter?

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How to Plant Cooper's tree fern?

In areas prone to frost, grow in a container under glass with a minimum winter temperature of 10°C. The plant may be placed outside during the summer in a sheltered and partially-shaded spot. It requires a moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil; in hot, dry summers water the stem as well as the soil, but avoid watering the crown in winter. Apply liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season. Will grow without winter protection only in milder areas. See how to grow ferns for further advice

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How to Repot Cooper's tree fern?

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How to Harvest Cooper's tree fern?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free outdoors

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The Toxicity of Cooper's tree fern

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Attributes of Cooper's tree fern

Plant typeFerns · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginAustralia

Scientific Classification

Species
Sphaeropteris cooperi
Genus
Sphaeropteris
Family
Cyatheaceae
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