Araucaria heterophylla aka Norfolk Island Pine

Norfolk Island Pine requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.

Norfolk Island Pine should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Norfolk Island Pine loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Norfolk Island Pine prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Norfolk Island Pine is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

The Norfolk Island Pine does not necessitate supplementary humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their roots, rather than their leaves. Hence, the most effective way to supply humidity to your plants is by watering the soil.

The Norfolk Island Pine should be transferred to a new pot once it has increased in size two-fold, or on an annual basis, whichever occurs earlier. Replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the necessary nutrients, is sufficient enough to support the growth of the plant, thus avoiding the need to use fertilizer. It's important to note that plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Norfolk Island Pine’s native range is South America and Oceania.