The Norfolk Island Pine is a popular tree this time of year. As the holiday season we see more and more of these trees around and available to purchase as additional holiday decoration. The trees names are actually a misnomer they are really an araucarian which are an evergreen that is not quite a pine. They are a type of conifer that lives primarily on Norfolk Island, which is located between Australia and New Zealand. The tree is most definitely not frost resistant and most likely will not survive the weather in North America. The plant itself can live in homes with a temperate climate and decent humidity. The tree needs to be kept watered frequently, as long as the top soil is dry, and the plant is left in relatively direct sunlight. It is a great alternative to the normal pine trees that are cut down, though the tree will not support the weight of lights and heavy ornaments.
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