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Pittosporum tobira

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Tobira

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Normans/Engstrom/Mullany

 

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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • 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:

Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.