{"title":"Seasonal Norfolk Island Pine","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eAraucaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"142\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araucariaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monkey Puzzle Tree, Norfolk Island Pine\u003cbr data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern Hemisphere — primarily South America, Australia, and islands of the South Pacific\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"350\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eAraucaria\u003c\/em\u003e is a genus of ancient, evergreen conifers known for their striking symmetry, stiff, scale-like leaves, and prehistoric appearance. These trees date back to the age of dinosaurs and bring a bold, architectural statement to landscapes or interiors. Two of the most well-known species are \u003cem data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eAraucaria araucana\u003c\/em\u003e (Monkey Puzzle Tree), native to Chile and Argentina, and \u003cem data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eAraucaria heterophylla\u003c\/em\u003e (Norfolk Island Pine), often grown as a houseplant in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eOutdoors, \u003cem data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eAraucaria\u003c\/em\u003e species can become massive and long-lived trees, though most are not hardy in Canadian climates. However, Norfolk Island Pine is a popular indoor option, especially around the holidays, often used as a living Christmas tree due to its tidy, conical shape and soft, layered branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light indoors; full sun outdoors where hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil; use sandy or loamy soil for containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water when the top 2–5 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, especially in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies by species; most are not hardy in Canada. \u003cem data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eA. heterophylla\u003c\/em\u003e is grown indoors (Zone 10+ if planted outdoors).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low indoors; rotate occasionally for even growth and avoid cold drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eThe Monkey Puzzle Tree’s name comes from the idea that its spiky branches would \"puzzle a monkey\" trying to climb it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eAraucaria araucana\u003c\/em\u003e is the national tree of Chile and is protected in its native range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eNorfolk Island Pines can live for decades indoors with the right care and are often passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eThough coniferous, \u003cem data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eAraucaria\u003c\/em\u003e species are more closely related to ancient gymnosperms than to pines and spruces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eFossil records show this genus existed during the time of the dinosaurs, giving it a true “living fossil” status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"norfolk-island-pine-4-pot","title":"Norfolk Island Pine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAraucaria heterophylla aka Norfolk Island Pine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally sold at Christmas but Norfolk Pines make an excellent houseplant year round with its bright green arching fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eUltimately norfolks prefer a south window with lots of sunshine but they can handle bright, indirect light as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWater when the top of the soil is dry to the touch. 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