So, I’ve been messing around with this Norfolk Pine, right? It’s a cool-looking plant, kinda like a mini Christmas tree, but I was totally clueless about how much light it actually needs. I mean, I’ve killed a few plants in my time – overwatering, underwatering, you name it. So, I decided to figure this one out properly.
First off, I placed the Norfolk Pine in a spot where I thought it would be happy. I read somewhere they liked bright light, so I put it near a window. But, you know, not directly in the sunbeams ’cause I didn’t want to scorch the poor thing. The window was facing north, which seemed like a good bet.
Then, I started observing. I watched how the plant reacted throughout the day. I noticed that in the morning, it got this gentle, diffused light, which seemed perfect. No harsh rays hitting it directly. But as the day went on, the light kinda faded in that spot.
- Morning: Nice, soft light. Plant seemed chill.
- Afternoon: Light got dimmer. Plant still okay, but I wondered if it was enough.
- Evening: Pretty shady. Hmm.
After a few days, I decided to experiment. I moved the Norfolk Pine to an east-facing window. This way, it got a good dose of morning sun, but nothing too intense. I kept a close eye on it, making sure the leaves didn’t start to look crispy or anything.
And guess what? It seemed to love it! The plant looked greener, healthier. It was like it was saying, “This is the spot, buddy!” I also rotated the plant every week, just to make sure all sides got some light love.
My Conclusion
So, from my little experiment, I figured out that Norfolk Pines are pretty chill with bright, indirect light. They don’t want to be in the dark, but they also don’t want to be fried by direct sun. A north or east-facing window is a good starting point, but just pay attention to your plant and see how it reacts. You might need to move it around a bit to find its sweet spot. And don’t forget to rotate it!
