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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 11, 2017
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    I would only put it in the basement if there is a good supply of light. Otherwise, since these do not go dormant, I would say you could cut the top off. It will grow into a different shape, but it would solve your problem of it being too tall. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-pruning.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 13, 2017
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    You can lightly remove the old soil and separate roots. You will want to make sure it sits at the same level on the tree after transplanting. You might have to water then top off with more soil. Just make sure the new container has proper drainage. This article will give you more information on this tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-care.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    November 13, 2017
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    Norfolk pine, which isn't a true pine, is said to be mildly toxic to dogs. It sounds like eating the tree causes minor symptoms. Details here: https://wagwalking.com/condition/norfolk-island-pine-poisoning

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    BushDoctor on
    November 26, 2017
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    If you can get a portion with fully formed smaller roots, and top intact, then it will be possible to do. Otherwise, you might need to take a tip cutting and force rooting.

    These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/

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    BushDoctor on
    November 27, 2017
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    Unfortunately as the tree get older, it will start to shed some of its branches. If the tree is in ground, then there isn't a whole lot you can do to prevent this. Making sure it get extra water in the dry periods can help some.

    This link will take you to articles on the care of the tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 6, 2017
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    Norfolk pines do grow to be quite tall and wide, so your tree is probably just engaging in its normal growth habits. If the tree looks too sparse and stretched-out or "leggy", it may be suffering from low light or these other problems:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/established-plants-leggy.htm

    Also see this article about branch drop in Norfolk pines:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-dropping-branches.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    December 12, 2017
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    You can prune these, and it wouldn't hurt to do it this way. I do think that pruning in this fashion would only exacerbate the problem. Pruning always causes a plant to "fluff up" and pruning the width will only promote it to grow wider.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-pruning.htm

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