Pandanus Veitchii in Toronto: Keep It Indoors Year-Round

Tropical Plant, Temperate Reality

Pandanus veitchii (screw pine) is strictly tropical. Toronto's climate—even summer nights—dips below its 50°F (10°C) minimum. Outdoor exposure risks cold damage and sunburn (outdoor light is 100× more intense than indoor).

Best Practice

• Keep in a bright indoor location year-round (south/east window).
• Water when top inch of soil is dry.
• No fertilizer in winter; dilute balanced feed monthly in summer.
• Enjoy the suckers (pups)—pot them separately to share.

If you must summer it outdoors, wait until nights are reliably >55°F, place in full shade, and bring in before September.