Araucaria Heterophylla (Norfolk Island Pine)

We love the Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla) for its soft, delicate needles and elegant conifer shape. A beautiful indoor tree, it brings a calm, natural presence into any home. Easy to grow, adaptable, and strikingly architectural, this conifer also doubles up as a sustainable alternative to a Christmas tree — stylish, eco-friendly, and reusable year after year.

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Native habitat and growth pattern
The Norfolk Island Pine is native to the South Pacific’s Norfolk Island, where it grows as a tall coastal tree. Indoors, it stays much smaller and is easily managed in a pot. Its naturally symmetrical branches are lined with soft green needles, creating a refined, layered look. In the right conditions, it can grow up to 180cm indoors, but keeping it slightly pot-bound helps control its size.

Size
W17cm x H50cm, W21cm nursery pot x H70cm, W30cm x H90cm (double stem). Supplied in a plastic nursery pot.

Styling tips

• A perfect eco-friendly Christmas tree alternative — decorate in December, enjoy year-round

• Adds height and calm greenery to living rooms, bedrooms, or hallways

• Works beautifully in Scandinavian, minimalist, or natural interiors

• Can be placed outdoors on a patio or balcony in summer (bring indoors before winter)

Norfolk Island Pine care guide

Light requirements:
Thrives in bright, indirect light with a few hours of morning or late-afternoon sun.

Watering:
Keep the soil evenly damp (not soggy). Water when the top 2–3cm of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the soil completely dry out.

Feeding:
Feed once a month in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Our vegan, organic Original Plant Food is ideal for maintaining steady growth.

Humidity:
Loves higher humidity, so mist regularly or use a pebble tray. Keep away from heat sources like radiators.

Pet safety:
Best kept out of reach of cats and dogs, as it can cause tummy upsets if nibbled.

Propagation:
Difficult to propagate at home — these are best enjoyed as established plants.

Why choose Norfolk Island Pine?

• Norfolk Island Pine has soft, delicate needles and a refined conifer form

• A sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to a cut Christmas tree

• Adaptable and forgiving, making it a great houseplant for beginners

• Norfolk Island Pine adds height, structure, and calm greenery to interiors

• A thoughtful and unusual houseplant gift, Norfolk Island Pine is striking and long-lasting

FAQs

Can Norfolk Island Pine be used as a Christmas tree?
Yes — it’s perfect for decorating at Christmas, then keeping year-round as a stylish indoor tree.

How tall will it grow indoors?
Indoors, Norfolk Island Pine can grow up to 180cm, but keeping it slightly pot-bound will restrict growth.

Can Norfolk Island Pine go outside?
Yes — in summer it can enjoy a patio or balcony, but it must be brought indoors before temperatures drop.

Is Norfolk Island Pine safe for pets?
It’s best kept away from cats and dogs, as nibbling the needles can upset their stomachs.

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Looking for more vibrant and easy-to-grow greenery? Browse our Easy Care Houseplants for beginner-friendly options, or explore our Tropical Indoor Plants for bold foliage and rainforest style. For detailed plant care guides, tips on watering and dormancy, and expert advice, visit the Happy Houseplants blog.

To keep your plant thriving, feed once a month during spring and summer with our vegan, organic Original Plant Food, specially formulated for healthy growth and lush foliage.