Don’s Expert Answers: Cutting the truck off and replanting it tree fern

Question From:
Robert Owers in Mt Warrigal , Shellharbour New South Wales

Nature of problem:
Cutting the truck off and replanting it tree fern

Type of Plant (if known):
Na

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Na

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Na

How often do you water the plant:
Name na

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Na

How long since you planted it:
Na

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Na

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Na

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
In the ground

What other treatments have you given the plant:
Na

Upload photo if available:

Other Comments:

Answer:
You sent me very little info Bob. If it grew its trunk relatively quickly, it can’t be transplanted. If it is very slow growing with a soft reddish-brown hairy trunk, it can be transplanted. Cut it off at whatever height you desire and remove all leaves except the curled-up ones in the centre. Dig a hole and plant it. Water it every 3 days or so until it starts growing strongly. Don