Norfolk Island Pine Care
Common Name: Norfolk Island Pine
Scientific Name: Araucaria heterophylla
Lighting: Moderate
Watering: Moderate to Low
The Norfolk Island Pine makes a great addition to any decor because of its dwarf tree appearance. Plus, with tiered branches containing soft needles appearing like small brushes its appearance is appealing to many as a houseplant.
The Norfolk Island Pine prefers medium lighting so keep the plant within 5 - 8 feet of a window. The plant also prefers cooler household temperatures in general. Watering this houseplant is also quite simple. Water thoroughly once a week or when the soil becomes dry to touch and be sure to discard the extra water in the drain pan after a half hour or so. Also, I have found this houseplant prefers to be watered at the same time week after week. The Norfolk Island Pine also requires high humidity levels, so if humidity is low in your home, be sure to mist the plant with cool water at least once a week.
If the needles begin to fall, it may be 1 of many reasons. The first to check is that you are not over or under watering the plant. Secondly, be sure the pine is receiving enough sunlight, so you may want to try and move it closer to a window.
The Norfolk Island Pine is a medium to low maintenance houseplant, plus with its attractive appearance makes a great addition to any plant room. The only down side to this popular houseplant is that it is a slow grower so be sure to purchase the size you prefer.
posted by drayas @ 8:50 AM
14 Comments:
Branches on mine norfolk pine are getting to long. Can I trimmit?
Hello,
Typically pruning should be limited to removing dead branches only. If you trim off any branch tips you will cause asymmetrical growth, thus a trimmed branch will not grow anymore.
I don't have a lot of experience with Norfolk Island Pines. Can any readers provide any insight?
Thanks,
drayas
My norfolk is about 5' tall & only has branches up near the top. Is it possible to encourage growth on the lower half?
My Norfolk Island Pine tree is about 15 inches tall. It has stopped growing about 6 months ago. I have it in a 3 lbs. coffee can right now. What size pot should I have it in. The tree looks great but has stopped growing.
I have a norfolk pine and all of a suddun the branches at the top seem to be drooping and drying out. What can I do? What am I doing wrong?
marilyn,
Usually drying out means you are not providing the plant with enough water. How often do you water your pine?
-- drayas
My 6 foot Norfolk pine has several basal stems and I am wondering whether I can thin them and how?
My norfolk pine is drying out also and I have been using the aquaglobe in it. Is this a bad thing to do?
Hello,
I have not heard much good about the Aqua Globes. Water the plant every week or so and see if it improves.
Thanks,
drayas
Dear Sirs:
Is it possible to cut the Norfolk Pine and restart it? Mine is almost 6 feet tall, and will soon reach the ceiling. I have had it for five years and it was given to me when it was only 3 ft. tall.
Virginia
Hello, I have a Norfolk that has done great outdoors on the porch all summer. I live in Tennessee and since we have had tems below freezing for a few nights in a row already, I decided to move the tree inside. I am noticing that the tips of the brances are all starting to turn yellow. I had noticed this before I moved it in but now it seems worse. I love this tree and don't want to lose. it. It has good soil, I just repotted about 3 weeks ago. Water seems right, light and indoor temps seem okay. Any suggestions? Also, would this tree survive if planted outdoors in the yard where I live in S.E. Tennessee? Thanks, ~Stace~
I heard that the N.P. doesn't like being repotted. I wonder if it could be linked to that??
Brandon
I just purchased my norfolk pine today! And now that I know that I can keep it inside, I have another question! How will I know when and if it needs to be repotted? How can I tell? Like I said, I just got it today and it is really beautiful, and looks like it is about 3 and half feet tall now! And also, how often will I need to repot it? Any help will be much appreciated! THANKS SO MUCH!
I have found that they really don't like to be repotted to often. They can do well with a "crowded" root system. When you do repot I would say wait until spring or summer. It will put the tree into a mild state of shock. The warmer season will be better for it during the shock period. Remember, these trees are actually a tropical plant. They like it warm and a little humid. Hope this helps. Happy Holidays! ~Stace~
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