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Beginner
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4m
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7m
max. height |
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10-20 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Pittosporum tenuifolium
Other names: Tawhiwhi
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Genus: Pittosporum
Species: P. tenuifolium - P. tenuifolium is a rounded, evergreen shrub that has glossy, green leaves with wavy margins. From late spring to early summer, it produces a scattering of small, fragrant maroon flowers.
Pittosporum tenuifolium is: Evergreen
Flower: Maroon in Spring; Maroon in Summer
Foliage: Green in All seasons
Stem: Dark-brown in All seasons
Fragrance: The flower is scented.
Habit: Bushy, Cushion or Mound Forming, Rounded
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Companion planting: The soft white-green leaves are a good companion to plants with purple flowers
Pittosporum tenuifolium (Tawhiwhi ) will reach a height of 7m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Hedging/Screens, Beds and borders, Containers, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Protect in colder parts from cold, drying winds.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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Well-drained, Moist but well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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General post from
Lelsey McAllister
Thank you for the advice - I did as suggested and cut back and also improved air circulation and the plant is now recovering and growing well thanks for your help
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- Posted: Mon. 17th May 2010 11:34
Question from
Lelsey McAllister
This plant was well established and planted in Nov 2009. It has just developed white spots on the wood and appears to be dying from the top down
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- Posted: Tue. 6th April 2010 16:02
- Last reply: Fri. 14th May 2010 13:24
Question from
bob bobbery
i need to know the seasonal availability for this plant ASAP eg. monhs of blossom
thanks xo xo
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- Posted: Sun. 18th May 2008 18:05
- Last reply: Sun. 18th May 2008 19:02
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