Gardening & Landscaping Asked by rbhat on December 21, 2020
I’m updating the thread to post a recent picture of the pine tree. As you can see, the tree’s looking worse. I moved it to the balcony so it would receive more sun, but it hasn’t helped:
This is the original thread:
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I bought this pine tree in November. In mid-February I changed the weird soil it came with (it was looking a bit sick) and it got healthier.
Lately, it’s been looking sick again. I’m including some pictures.
What can I do to improve the plant’s health? Should it be outside? We’re in the Caribbean.
Thanks.
Edit:
Just wanted to clarify that the white dots all over the tree is glitter that the store added to it to make it look more like a Christmas tree. Sorry for the confusion.
Norfork Island pines do not like to be wet , I think that was the problem. Not expensive , I suggest dumping it and buy a new one next Christmas and don't give as much water . I had the other problem , after a couple years it got to big for the space ( and still had some Christmas glitter), I gave it away and may get another.
Answered by blacksmith37 on December 21, 2020
Here are some general steps you can take:
Pine tree's like full sun so keep it near a window where it will have a consistent source of natural light. They like moist soil but not wet soil. What I mean is they desire constant moisture but take care not to swamp them out. One trick for consistent growth is to rotate the plant every other day. It will help to ensure that all portions of growth are receiving and equal amount of sunlight. Be sure to prune it consistently by removing dead old-growth as needed. Also, don't be afraid to feed the plant with a quality organic (indoor plant) fertilizer.
EDIT (additional information): Pine's like the weather to stay in between 50-70° F or (10-20 °C) and night time temperatures shouldn't drop below 40° F (4° C). If the species you have was harvested locally then it stands to reason that it could live outside on your terrace.
Answered by Rob on December 21, 2020
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