Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island Pine
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- Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island pine
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- Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island pine
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- Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island pine
A very large, stately specimen tree that is particularly useful for exposed coastal positions as it looks good even when exposed to harsh salt laden winds. Its pyramidal shape is its very distinctive feature but it should be stressed that this tree needs a lot of space and should not be planted within 10 metres of any structures. It needs no regular pruning although I have seen this plant used as a hedge once. It also makes a very good Christmas tree when grown in a pot.
| Family: | Araucariaceae |
| Scientific Name: | Araucaria heterophylla |
| Common Name: | Norfolk Island Pine |
| Plant Type: | Large tree |
| Height: | 20 ~ 35 metres |
| Width: | 10 ~ 15 metres |
| Ph Level: | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Saline, Poor soil |
| Plant Environment: | Low maintenance garden, Indoor, Coastal garden |
| Climate Zone: | Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate |
| Light: | Sunny, Light shade |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen, Spreading, Column-shaped |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage |
| Propagation Method: | Seed |
| Frost Tolerance: | Tolerates light frost |
| Plant Usage: | Screen, Windbreak |
| Special Features: | Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing |
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