Want a living Christmas tree you can enjoy beyond December? Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla) brings soft-looking, symmetrical tiers of green branches to an indoor space. Decorate it lightly for the holidays, then let its upright form stand on its own as a houseplant through the rest of the year.
Is Norfolk Island Pine a good indoor tree?
Yes, if you can give it bright indirect light, steady moisture without soggy roots, and room for its branches to spread. Unlike a typical cut Christmas tree, this is a tropical plant that stays in its pot year-round. Its layered shape makes it a natural focal point near a bright window, but it is not a low-light plant.
Norfolk Island Pine is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, though chewing any plant may still upset a pet's stomach. Browse this collection if you want an indoor tree with holiday appeal and a softer, more architectural look than a traditional conifer.
