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Pittosporum tenuifolium. 'Silver Sheen'


Pittosporum tenuifolium. 'Silver Sheen'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Erect bushy tree. The dainty shimmering leaves are silvery green carried on slender ebony black stems. 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   'Silver Sheen'

Common name
Kohuhu

Family name
Pittosporaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand


DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
2 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.

Immaculate / Indigenous / Nourishment / Texture

Shrubs

Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 6.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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