Description
Norfolk Island Pine Seeds
(Araucaria heterophylla)
Christmas Tree • Indoor Houseplant • Tropical Evergreen
Bring a timeless tropical classic into your home or landscape with the Norfolk Island Pine, a graceful evergreen prized for its perfect symmetry, soft feathery needles, and long lifespan. Popular as a living Christmas tree, indoor houseplant, or warm-climate ornamental tree, this unique conifer adds elegance and character wherever it’s grown.
Despite its name, the Norfolk Island Pine is not a true pine—it belongs to an ancient conifer family dating back to the age of dinosaurs, making it both visually striking and historically fascinating.
🌲 Key Features
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Perfectly symmetrical, tiered branching with a sculptural, architectural form
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Soft, bright green needles — safe to touch and pet-friendly
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Excellent indoor houseplant or outdoor tree in warm climates
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Slow-growing & long-lived — stays container-friendly for many years
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Frequently used as a living Christmas tree
🌴 Size & Growth
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Indoor Mature Height: ~6–8 feet over many years
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Outdoor Mature Height: Up to 200 feet in natural tropical conditions
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Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
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Longevity: Can live for decades with proper care
🌿 Growing Requirements
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Light: Bright, indirect sunlight (tolerates some direct morning sun)
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Water: Allow top 1 inch of soil to dry; never sit in water
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Soil: Well-draining potting mix
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Humidity: Moderate; mist occasionally in dry environments
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Temperature: Ideal 60–75°F; keep above 50°F
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Fertilizer: Monthly during spring & summer (balanced houseplant fertilizer)
🌎 Climate & Hardiness
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USDA Zones: 10–11 (outdoor use only)
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Frost Sensitive: Yes — protect from cold
⭐ Interesting Facts
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Native to Norfolk Island, between Australia and New Zealand
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First recorded by Captain James Cook in 1774
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Once evaluated for ship masts due to its straight trunk
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Thrives indoors better than most conifers and tolerates drier air
🌟 Why Grow Norfolk Island Pine?
Elegant, soft-needled, and incredibly adaptable, the Norfolk Island Pine is perfect for anyone wanting a low-maintenance indoor tree, a unique holiday plant, or a statement evergreen in tropical climates.