Pittosporum tobira |
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Tobira |
Description
This large, dense, evergreen shrub or small tree has shiny dark green leaves. In the spring, clusters of small, cream-colored flowers appear with the fragrance of orange blossoms. Tobira can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is consideredone of the most durable shrubs in California landscapes.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Swimmingpool, Wallsfences, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Cutflowers, Hedge, Massplanting, Smallspaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Add a rain sensor to your sprinkler controller to automatically interrupt the watering cycle when it rains.
