Norfolk Island Pine, botanically known as Araucaria heterophylla, is an elegant evergreen perennial conifer admired for its symmetrical, tiered branches and soft, feathery needles that give it a tropical yet festive appearance. Although there are only a few species in the Araucaria genus with a similar look, this particular species is native to Norfolk Island, a small subtropical island in the South Pacific near Australia, where it grows into massive trees reaching over 150 feet tall in its natural habitat. When grown as a houseplant, its most common use in the United States, it remains much smaller, making it a popular container plant, holiday decoration, and year-round indoor accent. Norfolk Island Pine doesn’t produce showy flowers; instead, like many conifers, it forms cones, though indoor plants rarely develop them. It thrives in bright, indirect light, warm temperatures, and high humidity, and prefers a well-draining potting mix. It is typically grown from starter plants or cuttings, as seed-grown plants take many years to reach a saleable size. Its care includes keeping the soil evenly moist (but never soggy), rotating the pot occasionally to maintain even growth, and avoiding cold drafts or temperatures below 50°F. Outdoors, it is hardy only in USDA Zones 10–11, so most gardeners in the US keep it indoors. An interesting fact is that despite its holiday popularity, the Norfolk Island Pine is not a true pine at all, but rather a relative of ancient conifers that existed during the age of dinosaurs, giving it a prehistoric pedigree along with its decorative charm.

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  • gslotnick@yahoo.com Sep 28

    Is this a perennial? Thanks!

    It is a groundcover rose shrub that is hardy for zones 4 - 11. It does come back every year and is winter hardy.

  • mmsimpson1@insightbb.com Feb 22

    What zones can the California Lilac grow in. I live in zone 6, Kentucky. Thank you for helping me.

    The hardiness zones for this plant are 8 - 10.  There are different types of this plant so there might be one that works for you.  Here is more information.
    https://www.gardenia.net/plant-variety/ceanothus-california-lilac

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  • vs@abanahomes.com May 03

    Not sure if this is the correct place to ask, but you seem to be knowledgable about the flowering plants.

    Most likely these two plants Lily of the valley and this flowering bonsai tree may share the same chemistry.

    Which fertilizer / condition do you recommend to bloom a flowering plant more? 

    Lily of the valley typically doesn’t need any fertilizer unless you have poor soil. If your soil lacks nutrients, you can add a slow-release granular fertilizer in the spring. For Bonsai plants, there is usually specific fertilizer for those plants.

  • omorfrck@gmail.com Apr 08

    The hardiness zones for this plant are 8 - 10.  There are different types of this plant so there might be one that works for you.  Here is more information.
    https://dev-cute-as-a-bottom.pantheonsite.io/

    Thanks for sharing this informaton.

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    Wow, I never realized how rich and diverse the symbolism and mythology behind anemone flowers are! Their vibrant colors, cup-shaped blossoms, and unique central cluster make them truly captivating. It’s fascinating to learn about their association with love and protection against evil.Here is more information.

    Yes, they are beautiful flowers.  The link did not have anything to do with anemone flowers, so we did not include it.

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