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Growing Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla): Elegant Indoor Conifer

Growing Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla)

The airy branching habit and light green foliage of Norfolk Island Pine give this Australian native its appeal. Indoors it remains a well-behaved 2 feet or so—perfect for bay windows, hall tables, countertops.

Light

Tolerates bright indirect light but performs best with a couple hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Water when top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Prefers slightly humid conditions; sensitive to dry winter air. Increase humidity with humidifier or pebble trays (water just below pebble tops; pots must not touch water). Refill frequently. (Humiditrays work without pebbles.)

Temperature

Daytime 60–70°F.

Fertilizer

Feed monthly spring through summer with all-purpose fertilizer at half strength.

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