Norfolk 'Island Pine'
4" Pot
$38.00
Sale price
$38.00
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Norfolk 'Island Pine'
$38.00
Sale price
$38.00
Regular price
- Botanical Name: Araucaria heterophylla
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Common Name(s): Norfolk Island Pine
- Description: Araucaria heterophylla is a species of conifer. As its vernacular name Norfolk Island pine implies, the tree is endemic to Norfolk Island, an external territory of Australia located in the Pacific Ocean between New Zealand and New Caledonia.
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Natural variation expected with live plants
Botanical Label
- Common name: Norfolk 'Island Pine'
- Pot size: 4", 6" or 8" nursery pot (choose at checkout)
- Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium; no harsh direct sun
- Water: keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out).
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly.
- Growth style: Soft, tiered evergreen branches like a living mini pine.
- Mature size: Grows into a fuller plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Lifespan: Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Pet-friendly — considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). As with any plant, discourage pets from nibbling.
- Best for: Bright bathrooms, kitchens, shelves, and desks.
- Vibe/personality: A characterful foliage houseplant.
Curator's Note: Norfolk 'Island Pine' is grown for its soft, tiered evergreen branches like a living mini pine — the Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria), a soft-needled evergreen often used as a living tabletop "Christmas tree"; considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA). It brings a fresh, living accent to a bright spot indoors.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
- Eye-catching soft, tiered evergreen branches like a living mini pine
- Approachable, houseplant-friendly care
- Adds a fresh, leafy feel to a room
- Grows fuller and more established over time
- A lovely pick for a gift or your own collection
Care Notes from the Greenhouse
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps Norfolk 'Island Pine' looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Watering: Keep the soil lightly and evenly moist — Norfolk 'Island Pine' likes steady moisture and can wilt or crisp if it dries out fully. Don't let it sit in water, and ease off in winter.
- Humidity: Enjoys higher humidity — dry air can brown the leaf edges, so a pebble tray or humidifier helps.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.
- Soil: A good, well-draining potting mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Good to know: It wants bright light and steady moisture; low light and dry air cause droopy, browning branches.
- Care tip: Give it the right light and consistent watering, and Norfolk 'Island Pine' stays full and healthy.
Best Display Spots
- A bright spot with indirect light: where it can really thrive.
- Shelf or plant stand: an easy, leafy accent.
- Desk or tabletop: a fresh touch of green.
- Bright bathroom or kitchen: enjoys the extra humidity.
- Office with good light: low-fuss greenery.
Best For / Think Twice If
Best for:
- Bright, indirect-light spots
- Beginners who want easy greenery
- Shelves, desks, and brightening a corner
Think twice if:
- Very dark rooms
- People who often forget to water — it dislikes drying out fully
- Spots with harsh, direct sun all day
- Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant
Botanical Exhibit Notes
- Norfolk 'Island Pine' is the Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria), a soft-needled evergreen often used as a living tabletop "Christmas tree"; considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA).
- It does best in bright, indirect light — the right light keeps it full and healthy.
- It appreciates higher humidity, so a bright bathroom or a pebble tray suits it well.
- It is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), making it a pet-friendly choice.
- With steady care it can live and grow for years indoors, though its size and look can vary depending on growing conditions.
Shipped Fresh from Florida to Your Home
Florida Plant ships across the United States. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.
During cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.
Because this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.
Plant Questions, Answered
How often should I water Norfolk 'Island Pine'?
Water keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out). It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Norfolk 'Island Pine' need?
Bright, indirect light keeps Norfolk 'Island Pine' looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Is Norfolk 'Island Pine' pet safe?
Yes — Norfolk 'Island Pine' is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), a popular pet-friendly choice. As with any plant, it's best to discourage pets from nibbling.
Why are my Norfolk pine branches drooping or browning?
Usually too little light or dry air/soil. Give it bright light, keep it lightly moist, and raise humidity; lost lower branches don't regrow, so keep new growth healthy.
Plant care at a glance
- Light
- Bright, indirect light
- Care level
- Easy