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Germinating Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla) Seeds

Sow flat on moist soilless mix, cover with clear plastic, under 40W shop light 8" above. No direct sun. Germinates 10–15 days. Prick out at handling size; harden off 10 days shade before full sun.

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