Australian Tree Fern

Cyathea cooperi

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Overview

The Australian Tree Fern, Cyathea cooperi, is an elegant species featuring lush green fronds that can reach 10-15 feet in length. This fast-growing fern thrives in USDA zones 9-11, preferring partial to full shade and consistently moist soil. A mature specimen can attain a height of about 15-20 feet, with a spread of 12-15 feet, adding a dramatic, tropical accent to any shaded landscape design.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–9Climate Subtropical

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — is an elegant species featuring lush green fronds that can reach 10-15 feet in length

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cyatheaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — This tree fern can reach a grand height of 15 to 30 feet with a spread of 10 to 15 feet at maturity

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Its fronds unfurl gracefully to lengths of 6 to 10 feet

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — erect trunk that can grow to 12 inches in diameter

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — though typically less in cultivated landscapes.<br><br>Originating from the Eastern parts of Australia

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Cyathea cooperi thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — It prefers a sheltered location with dappled sunlight to partial shade

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — mimicking its natural rainforest habitat

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Australian Tree Fern requires consistently moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Its root system is relatively shallow

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — especially during dry spells

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — while resistant to brief chills

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — the fern does not tolerate sustained temperatures below 20°F

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — If planted in regions prone to frost

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — the Australian Tree Fern offers an exotic touch with its feathery fronds and tree-like appearance

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — ideal for creating a focal point

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — or adding a tropical flair to the garden

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Clients should be aware that although slow-growing

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — this fern ultimately requires space to flourish and achieve its full

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — fern for half or shade

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — is an elegant species featuring lush green fronds that can reach 10-15 feet in length; a mature specimen can attain a

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — ideal for creating a focal point, image 104

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Australian Tree Fern requires consistently moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter; if, image 96

Australian Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) — Its root system is relatively shallow; is an elegant species featuring lush green fronds that can reach, image 97