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Pittosporum Tenuifolium Irene Paterson

Pittosporum Irene Paterson (Black Matipo)

Black Matipo, Kohuhu

Pittosporum Irene Paterson has foliage that emerges white and becomes covered with a white spotted variegation as it ages. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. Pittosporum Irene Paterson is both wind hardy and coastal tolerant, and is ideal for hedging, adding to a mixed planting, planting around the pool or barbecue areas, or for revegetation plantings.

  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    2.00 m
  • Spread:
    1.50 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native

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