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Pittosporum

Thick, leathery foliage makes an outstanding screen, hedge, and windbreak, particularly in coastal regions. Beautiful, fragrant flowers. Combines well with Indian hawthorne, African iris, Lily-of-the-Nile and lantana. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Crape Myrtle

New Zealand Flax

Rhododendron

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Pittosporum

  • Botanical name

    Pittosporum tobira

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 9 (20°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    10-12' (3-3.5 m)

  • Habit

    Rounded

  • Feed

    In spring

  • Water

    1-2 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Green

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Apply mulch

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Irene B.'s collection
  • Susan K.'s collection