Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla Plants GrowTropicals
Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla — 14cm
Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla Plants GrowTropicals
Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla Plants GrowTropicals
Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla Plants GrowTropicals
Norfolk Island Pine potted nursery plant
Norfolk Island Pine

Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla

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Description

Araucaria heterophylla, the Norfolk Island pine, is the houseplant that doubles as a Christmas tree. Soft, needle-like foliage on perfectly tiered branches gives it the silhouette of a miniature spruce, but it is far stranger and older than any spruce: not a true pine at all, it belongs to the Araucariaceae, an ancient conifer family that predates the dinosaurs' heyday, and its closest famous relative is the monkey puzzle tree.

For more than a century it has been grown as the original living Christmas tree. Dress it with ribbon, paper decorations or cool LED micro lights (the branches are too soft for heavy baubles), and when the decorations come down it does not head for the kerb: it simply carries on as a year-round houseplant. It is also non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it one of the few genuinely pet-safe Christmas trees. Find it alongside the rest of our Christmas picks.

Indoors it grows slowly to 1.5 to 2 metres over many years, staying tabletop-sized for a long while, and its sculptural symmetry keeps it earning a place among our rare and unusual plants long after the tinsel is packed away.

Native to:
Norfolk Island, South Pacific.

Water:
Keep the soil evenly moist during spring and summer, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. In winter, reduce watering frequency, maintaining lightly moist soil. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Light:
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sunlight but avoid prolonged exposure to prevent needle scorch. Rotate the plant periodically to ensure even growth.

Humidity:
Requires moderate humidity levels. If indoor air is dry, especially during winter, increase humidity by misting the plant regularly or placing a humidifier nearby.

Temperature:
Thrives in temperatures between 18–24°C. Protect from temperatures below 10°C and avoid placing near cold drafts or heat sources.

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How to care for Norfolk Island Pine

Give me bright light out of the midday sun and water me when the top of my soil feels dry.

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What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

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About Norfolk Island Pine

Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla is a houseplant that takes a little effort. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, a little extra humidity and a minimum temperature of 13°C. It is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Good for

Living Room Kitchen

Care level

EasyChallenge

A little effort

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Let the top few centimetres dry out

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Prefers a little extra humidity

Temperature

Keep above 13°C · Happy at normal room temperature

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Growth habit

Upright →Tree-form →

Plant type

Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Plants still are not food, so a determined chewer may get an upset stomach.

Family

Araucariaceae

Also known as

Norfolk Island Pine | Araucaria heterophylla

Genus

Araucaria
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Norfolk Island pine as a Christmas tree?

Yes. It has been grown as a living Christmas tree for over a century, and its tiered, symmetrical branches look the part from the moment it arrives. Decorate it lightly, keep it in bright light away from radiators, and it will still be thriving next Christmas.

Is it safe for cats and dogs?

Yes. Araucaria heterophylla is non-toxic to cats and dogs, which makes it a genuinely pet-safe alternative to a cut spruce or fir. As with any plant, discourage chewing.

How should I decorate it?

Keep it light: ribbon, paper decorations and cool-running LED micro lights are ideal. The soft branches cannot carry heavy baubles, and skip spray snow, which coats the foliage and blocks its pores.

What do I do with it after Christmas?

Just carry on. Keep it in bright light away from radiators, water when the top few centimetres of soil dry out, and mist it in dry winter rooms. Unlike a cut tree it loses nothing in January; it simply grows on as an elegant indoor conifer.

Is the Norfolk Island pine a real pine?

No, and that is the best part. It belongs to the Araucariaceae, an ancient conifer family that was already old when dinosaurs browsed it, and its closest well-known relative is the monkey puzzle tree. The species comes from Norfolk Island in the South Pacific.

Can it live outside in the UK?

No. It is a subtropical conifer that likes to stay above about 13C, so in the UK it lives indoors or in a warm conservatory all year. A bright spot out of cold draughts suits it perfectly.

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 7 days with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Philip K.
Araucaria heterophylla

This plant arrived well packed and in good condition. It continues to do well.

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Miss D.
Excellent quality and size

Wonderful plant, arrived well packed and super healthy!

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David H.
Love my Norfolk Island Pine

Love my Norfolk Island Pine - arrived in excellent condition. The winter care packaging, with the foil wrap and heat pack was superb. Safe to say that you’ve gained a long term customer.

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