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Image of Araucaria
heterophylla
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Araucaria heterophylla
(Star Pine,
Norfolk Island Pine, Australian Pine) |
Origin: Off the coast of Australia
Family: Araucariaceae
Light:
Sun-part
shade
Height: Up to 50' or more
Spread: 20'-30'
Blooms:
Non-flowering
Foliage:
Lush, light green, short,
soft needles
Soil: Well-drained, sandy-clayey loam (Soil pH: 5-6.5)
Water: Keep moist
Fertilizer: Complete, soluble
Propagation:
Seeds, cuttings, suckers
Uses: Specimen, windbreaker, landscaping, indoors, container
Problems: Mites, scales
Caution: Seeds may cause allergic reaction
Comments: Araucaria
heterophylla or Star Pine or Norfold Island Pine or Australian Pine is
an attractive and graceful sub-tropical evergreen conifer tree that is
symmetrical and pyramid-shaped. It is low-maintenance, a slow
grower, and is popularly used as a Christmas tree however, it needs a
lot of space for it to grow. Mulch to protect from frost.
Trim off any extra leaders or trunks so plant grows with only a main
central leader.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
