tree⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 9a – Zone 11b
Fern Pine is a graceful, slow-growing evergreen conifer with delicate, feathery foliage that resembles fern fronds. It is valued as an ornamental indoor plant or outdoor specimen in mild climates, prized for its fine texture and elegant form.
Overview
Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
slow
Size
25–40′ tall × 8–15′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 9aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Year-round
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
climax
Native Range
East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania)
Function & Care
windbreakwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Elegantissima' is the most commonly cultivated form, known for its particularly fine, feathery foliage and compact habit, making it popular as an indoor houseplant.
