Kohuhu

Small, silvery leaves make an outstanding screen, hedge, or 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

Carolina Cherry Laurel

Common Boxwood

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

Common name

Kohuhu
Botanical name

Pittosporum tenuifolium
Variety

na
Zone

USDA Zone 8 (10°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°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

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