How to Landscape With Norfolk Island Pine Trees

Put your tree in a pot. Norfolk Island pines do very well in containers and will grow slowly in them if not over watered. Container gardening allows you to enjoy the trees both indoors and out and move the plants frequently to create a new look. This is a must if you live anywhere outside of USDA hardiness zones 10 and 11, where the trees can tolerate outdoor weather year round.

Use Norfolk Island pines to add height and visual interest to large open areas. The trees look nice in small groves or alone and can add some excitement to a flat stretch of land.

Choose Norfolk Island pines in coastal areas and places where other plants struggle to cope with highly acidic or salty soil. These trees tolerate both very well and are fairly drought resistant once established. Sunny areas work best for these pines but shaded area will work so long as you are willing to accept a slightly droopy appearance.

Consider adding Norfolk Island pine trees to your property when you want to add greenery without attracting wildlife. These trees attract no wild animals or pests.

Avoid landscaping close to patios and walkways with this tree variety. Norfolk Island pines are known to have large surface roots that could trip you or damage your patio. Further, these trees are known for littering as they drop needles, fruit and twigs.

Keep these trees away from power lines and consider their height when choosing a location. Although many of the trees grow only 60-80 feet tall, Norfolk Island pines can easily reach 200 feet in height.