Norfolk Island Pine: 3 Trunks Dead, 1 Alive—What to Do

Neglected Norfolk Pine: Cut Losses, Save the Survivor

Three trunks completely dry = dead. No recovery. Flooding won't revive desiccated tissue.

Action Plan

1. Cut dead trunks at base. Discard.
2. Keep the living trunk.
3. Relocate: Bright window (east/west). Shower skylight = insufficient (light only from above).
4. Water: Top quarter dry → thorough watering. No daily watering—causes rot.
5. No repot, no fertilizer until stable.

Long-Term Care

• Bright, cool (60–70°F day, 50–60°F night).
• Humidity 50%+ (humidifier/pebble tray).
• Rotate for symmetry.
• Watch for spider mites in dry heat.

One healthy trunk can become a beautiful specimen. Let the dead ones go.