Pittosporum tenuifolium |
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Blackstem Pittosporum, Tawhiwhi |
Description
This medium sized evergreen shrub has medium green leaves with black stems. Its pleasing texture and narrow, upright growth make this a fine hedge or screen. It is easy to grow in soils with good drainage.Many new cultivars are being introduced with smaller, variegated and/or multi-colored foliage.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Englishcottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multitrunk, Specimen, Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Wallsfences
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Screen, Massplanting, Windbreak
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Add a rain sensor to your sprinkler controller to automatically interrupt the watering cycle when it rains.
