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Pittosporum tenuifolium. 'Pixie'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Dense narrow shrub with a distinctive form. The miniature leaves are silvery grey with wavy margins. Great as a feature or a hedge. Very dark maroon, almost black flowers in spring. Hardy to most soil conditions, avoid wet ground. Will always look its best in good soil. Frost and wind hardy. Best to trim annually to maintain shape and encourage fresh new foliage.

Genus

Pittosporum

Species tenuifolium.

Cultivar 'Pixie'

Common name

Kohuhu

Family name

Pittosporaceae

Place of origin

New Zealand

DETAILS

Height

2 m

Width

1 m

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Evergreen

Soil Type

Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture

Avoid wet soil. / Tolerates dry soils

Exposure

Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates exposed sites. / Will tolerate very hard frosts.

Garden Style

Immaculate / Indigenous / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture

Plant Type

Shrubs