Dicksonia antarctica is the best known of all the tree ferns. For best results grow Dicksonia antarctica in partial to full shade in moist soil. Needs Winter Protection. Protect the crown by wrapping it up with straw or horticultural fleece.This fern needs regular water during dry weather on the top.When the leaves go brown, cut the fronds back to to the base.New fronds will re-appear in lush green again.Planting any tree fern with a trunk over 2 foot should be planted in the ground but they can grow in a pot as long as they are well stabilised. Ferns like humus rich soil and humidity.Sold in a 48 litre pot.