Pittosporum
(Pi- tos -po - rum) This invaluable New Zealand native shrub is the backbone of many gardens. Pittosporums are what we here at Wairere call a "performance plant" as they will suply the desired effect in planting schemes without being too demanding or fussy. The name comes from Greek 'pitta' meaning pitch and 'sporum' meaning seed which refers to the sticky seeds that apear after the flowers. There are 200 species of Pittosporum many of which come from New Zealand. Pittosporums can be used as excellent stand alone feature plants, hedges, screens, windbreaks, shrubberies or topiary specimens. The highly ornamental, evergreen foliage almost always looks well groomed and is extremely tolerant of regular trimming.
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The flowers are not really considered to be a significant feature of Pittosporums however if you have ever noticed (and it would be hard not to) their heady perfume filling the evening air from September to December you will realize that the small flowers do indeed pack a powerful punch. Pittosporums are hapiest in fertile, well drained soil that does not completely dry out in summer however they are very tolerant and adapt well to less than ideal planting conditions. Personally, I think they do best in a sunny position but they will tolerate some shade.
Pittosporums will benefit from feeding once a year in spring with a general fertilizer. Generally they are very hardy with a rapid growth habit which means that your plants will very quickly look established. We offer several varieties and sizes of Pittosporums from "a bit of instant" to small hedging grades. We are hapy to discuss the best options if you require large quantities for shelter or hedging.
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Native. A small tree with dense, dark gray-green, leathery leaves that are furry and silver underneath. Clusters of small red-purple flowers appear in spring. Withstand high winds and salt spray. Tough and hardy. Excellent clipping qualities so suitable for hedging. Evergreen
Habit: Upright compact dense
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 3m
Pittosporum crassifolium
Current Stock Height: 50/70cm ?
Container: 1l ?
$12.99
A very popular tree which is fast growing and frequently used for hedging, shelter and as a specimen tree, it also makes an attractive feature plant. The leaves, have a lemon scent when crushed. Cream yellow flowers. Hardy to just about everything including attacks by oppossums. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 6m x 3m
Pittosporum Eugenioides
Current Stock Height: 45/55cm ?
Container: 1l ?
$9.99
NZ Native. A particularly nice form of Pittosporum with fresh green glossy foliage that always looks good. Perfect plant for screens and hedging as it responds well to clipping. Happiest in sun or part shade and likes well drained fertile soil however is tolerant of less than ideal conditions. Hardy and evergreen.
Pittosporums bloom in spring with inconspicuous dark purple-brown flowers that will only come to your attention when you notice their strong fragrance on the evening air.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2m
Pittosporum T Mountain Green
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 2l ?
$16.99
Native. You'll love this versatile little plant which forms a dense rounded ball of shimmering silver green foliage that seldom needs clipping. Looks fabulous group planted or makes a natural topiary specimen for court-yard containers. Grows well in sun or part shade. PVR.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 50cm x 50cm
Pittosporum Silverball
Current Stock Height: 15/20cm ?
Container: 2.4l ?
$21.99
Native. Small dainty silver-green foliage set upon thin black stems creates an attractive shimmering picture as the light falls upon the foliage. Easy to grow in sun or part shade, will do best in deep fertile soil. Doesn't mind a haircut. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2m
Pittosporum T Oliver Twist
Current Stock Height: 40/50cm ?
Container: 2l ?
$16.99
Native. An easy to grow and well behaved native tree with attractive, undulating, pale green foliage. The small dark purple flowers emit a heady fragrance in the spring evening air. Great for screening, hedges and for background foliage. Trims well. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 3m
Pittosporum Tenuifolium
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
$9.99
Native. A selected form of our popular Pittosporum with a dense and compact habit. The foliage is a lovely dark green. Easy to grow in sun or part shade, reasonably tolerant of most conditions except really harsh frost. Clips well. Evergreen.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 1.5m
Pittosporum Waihou
Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$16.99
A very attractive form of our NZ Pittosporum that forms a neat, evergreen tree ideal for screening or hedging. Glossy, wavy leaves of mid grey-green on stems that have a bluish hue. Easy and quick growing, trims well. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 3m
Pittosporum T Wrinkle Blue
Current Stock Height: 40/60cm ?
Container: 5l ?
$24.99
Pittosporum T Wrinkle Blue
Current Stock Height: 60/90cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
$18.99
10 @ $17.99 each
30 @ $16.99 each
Pittosporum T Wrinkle Blue
Current Stock Height: 80/90cm ?
Container: 5l ?
$24.99
Pittosporum T Wrinkle Blue
Current Stock Height: 30/50cm ?
Container: 2l ?
$14.99
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