Green Pillar Pittosporum 180MM

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Green Pillar'

I am Green Pillar Pittosporum. My family originated from New Zealand.

Habit Shrub - Can be kept narrow

Plant family Pittosporaceae

I am a very attractive Pittosporum with a distinctively rounded shape and lime green foliage which is contrasted against my black stems. I am easy to grow and clip well but with a naturally tidy habit I make a great screening hedge without the need for pruning. For a full screening hedge plant 1 metre apart.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

I have a naturally compact upright habit making me and ideal screening plant

Low maintenance I typically develop good form without the need for pruning

The green freshness of my foliage is well complemented by the black twigs and bark

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI will thrive in full sun to lightly shaded position

Height: 3m Width: 2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1.5m Width: 0.8m)(Size at point of sale approx. 60cm including pot)

Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established

I prefer a free draining soil

Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Red flowers Lime Green foliage Flowers Sep-Nov

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

I can be pruned to shape as desired at any time of year

Suggested spacing: 1m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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