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Pittosporum tobira


Japanese Pittosporum




Origin:  China, Japan
Family
Pittosporaceae
Genus
Pittosporum
Species
tobira
Category
Tropicals
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
9 -10
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cool season protection under glass.
RHS Hardiness Zone
H4 - H2
Temperature (°C)
(-4) - 4
Temperature (°F)
20 - 40
Height
3m - 4.6m
Spread
3m - 4.6m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AprilMay
General Description
Rounded liberal leaved evergreen shrub or small tree. Small delicate white flower bunches.
Cultivation
Well drained soil, full sun to partial shade. Regular trimming to maintain plant form. Watering should be reduce during the winter.
Leaf Description
Broad dark green leaves with a slight downward sloping edge.
Flower Description
Small 5 petal white flowers.
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