I got a norfolk pine around christmas. Now for some reason most of the branches are drying out. what can i do to bring it back to life?
Any Sugesstions?
2007-01-19 06:08:16 · 5 answers · asked by Jason L 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
The dirt is always moist. its in in indirect sunlight
2007-01-19 06:16:27 · update #1
Should I cut all the branches off if they are all dry?
2007-01-20 12:53:03 · update #2
Should I cut all the branches off if they are all dry?
2007-01-20 12:53:14 · update #3
Norfolk Island Pines may be grown in most temperature ranges which are suitable for people. However, they will do better when grown in cooler temperatures of about 65 degrees f., with slightly cooler night temperatures (never below 50 degrees). Extremes in temperature, either hot or cold should be avoided.
Norfolk Pines need bright light (but never full sun), preferably a spot within four feet of a large window. These plants can survive, with only household incandescent or fluorescent lighting if they receive a minimum of 16 hours of light each day. Although this will be effective in keeping the plant alive for a year or two, there is no substitute for bright, natural light. Turn the plant frequently to keep it symmetrical.
They should be thoroughly watered (preferably with rainwater or water which has set for 24 hours or longer) weekly in the summer to keep it slightly moist, never soggy. (Water more often if the plant is drying out earlier). In the winter, allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. Feed monthly in the summer with a diluted (half strength), soluble house plant food.
Humidity is very important. Lack of sufficient moisture in the air will cause tip browning, needle drop, and eventually, the lower branches to die off. Misting is the best thing you could do for your tree, followed by any other method which would add humidity to the room (humidifier or aquarium?) Norfolk Pines are one of the very few plants who enjoy being misted with COOL water, rather than room temperature water.
The only pruning that should be done is snipping off brown tips and dead branches. Brown tips will never turn back to green, and unfortunately, once they have turned brown, growth will stop from that point. Any other pruning you may decide to do will have the same effect... no new growth from that point.
Norfolks resent replanting, so they should only be repotted every 3-4 years, in the spring. Use a fast-draining, sterile, commercial potting soil mix.
2007-01-19 06:21:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Norfolks can be a tricky plant for watering. After the branches start to dry out, there's not much you can do for it. How often are you watering? For a 10" pot, the watering should be every 7-10 days. They like their soil to be dried out slightly between waterings, don't let the plant sit in water. Try cutting off the dried out branches and monitoring your watering schedule. Also, keep them away from any heat or cold sources. Good luck!
2007-01-20 02:17:45 · answer #2 · answered by jasandjess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-03-05 02:10:13 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where is it planted? Is it planted too close to the house or street? I would mix up to miracle growth for trees and water and try that. If that don't work go to your local nursery and ask.
2007-01-19 06:14:08 · answer #4 · answered by vulcan_chef 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you watering it to much or not enough? Are the roots Rootbound? Is it to hot in your home or did you plant it? Many questions but many things could be your problem.. give more info
2007-01-19 06:13:38 · answer #5 · answered by Alex 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋