My Norfolk pine is getting too tall for the house. Can I pinch it back?
It is an indoor plant that I put out on the deck in the summer.
By Adrien M
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As far as ensuring proper soil, my indoor Norfolk pine went crazy when watered with leftover diluted coffee straight from the pot. I casually read somewhere that pines like acidity, and coffee is a good source. I thought I would give this tip a try and hope I wouldn't kill it. OMG! My Norfolk took off like it never drank coffee before :-). I diluted one cup of coffee with two cups of water. Since it is winter now, I have only given her this special drink twice.
I have yet to feed it commercial fertilizer [i.e, Miraclegrow], since I got the plant in early autumm, and not sure about fertilizing in the off months. She is doing great, as is, so I am going to wait till Spring to give the first dose.
My pine's home is in the living room window, shielded from direct sunlight by lace curtains. I keep the humidity high by sitting the tree on a dry mound of pebbles surrounded by water. I cool mist every other day. My Norfolk is green and healthy, and one of my favorite houseplants! I urge everyone to give a try at growing a Norfolk pine - it is a very rewarding houseplant!
Will try the diluted coffee! Nice ! My poor girl is suffering tho. Is 6 ft tall but got too dry by me thenoverwatered by rain
Dropped a quarter of branches and needles.
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