Pittosporum tobira ‘Variegata’
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Variegated Pittosporum
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 6-8' x 6-8' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Special Features | Desert Conditions, Drought Resistant, Coastal Conditions |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 8-12 |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
Moderate-growing evergreen shrub typically growing to 6-8’ tall and wide or larger with age. Can also be pruned into a small tree. This durable low-maintenance landscape favorite features attractive glossy gray-green leaves with irregular white margins accented in spring with clusters of creamy-white flowers that bare a remarkable resemblance to the sweet fragrance of orange blossoms. Small green seed capsules appear after flowering eventually maturing to brown often opening to reveal their orange-colored seeds. This adaptable variety tolerates heat sun or shade coastal conditions a variety of soil types and is cold hardy to 15-20° F. Well-suited as an accent foundation planting natural or sheared hedge or as a privacy screen. Prefers a well-drained soil. Moderate to low water needs once established. Full sun to partial shade.
