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- Q.Norfolk Island Pine Question. - U have a healthy NIP here. It sends out fronds as it should, but at the tip, the one frond ...
- Q.Xtra Large Norfolk Pine Outside My Apartment - Is there a danger of the pine falling over? It is over 50 ft and leaning
- Q.Norfolk Pine–at What Age Should My Tree Form Cones - I live in a mountain region of the Philippines and planted my Norfolk Pine 14-15 years ago. It is now ...
- Q.Nofolk Island Pine Leaves Feel Dry. - Hi everyone, I have two norfolk island mini trees and the leaves seem dry to the touch. Usually they are ...
- Q.My Norfolk Island Pine Appears To Be Growing A New Branch - Hello. My Norfolk Island pine bought just before Christmas 2021 appears to be growing a new branch from its trunk. ...
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Mark S. on
July 8, 2021
Newton N.J. 07860Q.Norfolk Island Pine Question.
U have a healthy NIP here. It sends out fronds as it should, but at the tip, the one frond extends until it bends. Photo 1 shows the frond tip after it has bent. Photo 2 shows the tip extending on a newer frond. Is this the NIP trying to seed? I'll send photos. rgds, Mark S.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 9, 2021
Certified ExpertA.No, this is just how the plant looks. It seems to be acting normally to me. Here is an article That will help you with their care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-care.htm
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- Asked by
carolynccardillo on
October 11, 2021
92037Q.Xtra Large Norfolk Pine Outside My Apartment
Is there a danger of the pine falling over? It is over 50 ft and leaning
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 12, 2021
Certified ExpertA.It may, or may not, depending on the circumstances. If you feel that your apartment is unsafe, you could always bring it to the attention of a local arborist, or extension service. They can asses the situation, more throughly.
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November 28, 2021Q.Norfolk Pine–at What Age Should My Tree Form Cones
I live in a mountain region of the Philippines and planted my Norfolk Pine 14-15 years ago. It is now at least 70 feet high and not produced any cones at all. It seems to be thriving otherwise. I often wonder "why no cones".
- Answered by
luis_pr on
November 28, 2021A.Gardenia.net suggests that female cone production starts with trees older than 15 years old and male cone productions starts with trees older than 40 years old.
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Knitting rozz on
January 6, 2022
07726Q.Nofolk Island Pine Leaves Feel Dry.
Hi everyone, I have two norfolk island mini trees and the leaves seem dry to the touch. Usually they are soft. Can anyone give me some suggestions to keep as houseplants. I live in monmouth county in new jersey.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
January 7, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to assess the damage.
I can assume one of two things, though. It was, either, underwatered or overwatered. Both will cause the damage that you describe.
These trees like to dry out, thoroughly, down to about halfways into the container between waterings. Usually, it is more common to see overwatering, though.
If the tree is located near air conditioning, then this will be the cause. Dry air will dry out the needles, very quickly.
In the meantime, these articles will help you with the care of the tree:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-pine-water-requirements.htm
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fauziska on
January 7, 2022
BN3 3WPQ.My Norfolk Island Pine Appears To Be Growing A New Branch
Hello. My Norfolk Island pine bought just before Christmas 2021 appears to be growing a new branch from its trunk. I am thrilled to bits about this as there are a few gaps in its lower trunk. Does this normally happen or is it a one-off? How can I encourage more new branches to grow to fill in other gaps? Many thanks.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
January 7, 2022
Certified ExpertA.As it grows, the top will continue to develop branches, but this will be from the tip. only. Unfortunately, your photo did not come through, so I am unable to see the growth in question.
It is likely that there are multiple tree planted together. This is common, but very bad practice. Most places do this to make the tree appear more "full". I, usually, advise to separate any clumped trees to be one tree to a container.
This collection of articles will offer more information on the care of these trees:
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Shepherdchristina282 on
March 11, 2022
Brunswick. OhioQ.Is It Ok To Have Rocks And Doil In Norfolk Pine
Ends are curling. I have it planted in soul and small rocks. Is that good or should I replant with just soil?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
March 11, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. They can handle a range of soils, but they cannot handle cold or overly wet soils.
In the meantime, this article will help you to care for them:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-care.htm
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May 4, 2022Q.I Have Several Shoots On My Norfolk Island Pine. Do I Need To Prune It Back To One Main Stem?
I have multiple stems, should there be only one.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 6, 2022
Certified ExpertA.If they are two separate trunks you could pot them separately, however, if they are coming from one stem that is split, just leave it.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-pruning.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-repotting.htm
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