Pruning a Norfolk Island Pine
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Darla on Feb 12, 2015We had one for several years and had to give it away when it got too tall. Ours had the brown dried branches, too; maybe it's normal.Helpful Reply
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Ivylore on Feb 12, 2015I have a couple as well. They say not to trim the top. You can cut off the dried lower branches or just let them fall off.Helpful Reply
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Lili Forrest on Feb 13, 2015I have a few Norfolk Island Pines I bought very small and now are over 4' tall. I keep them moist, not soggy so I haven't had much death. They get east morning light for a few hours (turn once in awhile for even lighting and growth) and in the spring through fall I put outdoors in a northern area and they seem to double in size each season. They would burn up in direct sunlight, so a few hours of late afternoon filtered light seems to keep them happy. I bring them in before night time temperatures get below 45-50 degrees. I also give them a handful of coffee grounds a few times a year...just sprinkle a small amount to start and see if yours like it. Mine love it.Helpful Reply
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Janet Manger on Feb 13, 2015You need more humitiy in your home as the tips are drying out. Set larger size pots/container of water around the plant so humitiy will rise up into the plant. Fact is, most homes are to dry for plants and will suffer from dryness. Misting daily will also help with dryness. To much water is not good either and you should not keep your plant's soil wet. Should be damp not wet. I only water my plants when I can stick one finger down into the soil and if it feels dry then I water, if not I wait a few more days. Check online for Norfolk Pines, care and upkeep for them.Helpful Reply
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