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Norfolk Island pine

Araucaria heterophylla

A soft-needled conifer with tiered branches for a bright, cool room.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
Lightbright indirect light, no scorching sun; extra light in winter[1]
Wateringregularly, must not dry out; sparingly in winter and mist[1][2]
Temperaturebright, cool room 13–18 °C (55–65 °F)[2]
Plant sizeindoors up to about 2.7 m (9 ft)[2]

Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. Martat: Huonekuusi
  2. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Araucaria heterophylla