Green Pittosporum is a dense rounded evergreen shrub with leathery dark green foliage. Fragrant umbel-like clusters bloom white in spring and mature to creamy yellow. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist acidic well-drained soils.
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Height: |
4' - 8' |
Spread: |
4' - 8’ |
Spacing: |
6’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
8 - 11 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. Trimming is often needed to maintain shape, do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Inkberry, Astilbe, Dogwood
IMAGE: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, Pittosporum Tobira JPG0, CC BY 3.0