do the roots of a Norfolk Pine Tree grow out or down?

do the roots of a Norfolk Pine Tree grow out or down?
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While under certain conditions roots will grow down (sandy soil that is well drained and loose as in rocky areas, in soil plant roots stay in the top 8" of soil and grow out.  The length of roots is just beyond the drip edge of the leaves.
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