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pittosporum balls

Pittosporum balls are a favourite among New Zealand gardeners seeking neat, evergreen structure in their gardens. Their clipped, rounded form adds instant appeal to front gardens, borders, and modern landscapes, while their lush foliage remains attractive year-round. Whether you’re designing a formal hedge, adding shape to mixed plantings, or looking for low-maintenance solutions, pittosporum balls deliver with style and versatility. Their naturally compact growth makes them perfect for both small and large gardens, as well as pots on patios or entrances. Explore the many popular varieties available to find the perfect fit for your garden.

A Pittosporum 'Midget' plant in a garden.

Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum 'Midget' is a dwarf variety that features foliage made up of small, fresh green leaves. The foliage is complemented with small, purple flowers in spring. It grows with a rounded habit to about 80 cm tall and the same wide.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
Pittosporum 'Golf Ball' (Dwarf Pittosporum) shrub with lush green foliage in a garden.

Pittosporum 'Golf Ball'

Pittosporum 'Golf Ball' is a compact, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, renowned for its dense, rounded form and vibrant green foliage. This dwarf Pittosporum grows to approximately 60 cm in height and width, it's an excellent choice for low hedging, borders, or container planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock
Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo) olive-green foliage and red flowers.
Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly known as Karo, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It features dense, grey-green...

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Pittosporum ralphii olive-green foliage.
Pittosporum ralphii (Ralphs Karo)

Pittosporum ralphii is a hardy, evergreen native shrub or small tree ideal for hedging, screening, and native planting projects across New Zealand...

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Pittosporum 'Wrinkled Blue' speciment tree.
Pittosporum 'Wrinkled Blue'

Pittosporum ‘Wrinkled Blue’ is an attractive, upright evergreen tree known for its distinctive blue-grey foliage and dense, columnar growth habit...

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Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata'

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata' is an attractive evergreen shrub renowned for its beautifully variegated foliage and elegant growth habit. The...

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Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' bushy plants in pots.
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'

Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub admired for its delicate, silvery-green foliage and airy appearance. Ideal for hedging...

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Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo)

Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, upright growth and attractive grey-green foliage. A hardy New...

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Pittosporum eugenioides tree with lush, dark green foliage and cream-coloured flowers.
Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)

Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Tarata or Lemonwood, is a fast-growing native New Zealand tree valued for its glossy green leaves and...

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Pittosporum 'Limelight' variegated foliage.
Pittosporum 'Limelight' (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum 'Limelight' is a NZ native shrub that features dark green leaves with a lime green centre, held densely on upright stems. This evergreen...

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Pittosporum 'Irish Luck'

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its dense, bright green foliage and tidy growth habit. This versatile plant is well...

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Pittosporum tenuifolium (Kohuhu) lush green foliage.
Pittosporum tenuifolium

Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Kohuhu or Black Matipo, is a fast-growing, evergreen native tree ideal for hedging, screening, and shelter...

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Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist' small, green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist'

Pittosporum 'Oliver Twist' is a NZ native shrub with small, olive-green leaves held densely on narrow, black stems. This evergreen typically grows to...

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Pittosporum 'Green Jade'

Pittosporum 'Green Jade' is a handsome evergreen shrub valued for its rich green foliage, dense growth habit, and naturally tidy appearance. This...

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Pittosporum 'Mountain Green' lush, green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Mountain Green'

Pittosporum 'Mountain Green' is a robust New Zealand native shrub prized for its vibrant green foliage and dense growth. Perfect for creating privacy...

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Pittosporum 'Frankies Folly' shrub with lush green foliage growing in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Frankies Folly'

Pittosporum 'Frankies Folly' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its naturally rounded form and dense foliage. This hardy New Zealand native...

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Pittosporum 'Jade'

Pittosporum 'Jade' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive green foliage, and versatility in the landscape. This...

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Curio herreanus (String Of Watermelons)

Commonly known as String of Watermelons, this is a succulent grown for its interesting, ball-like foliage. It produces masses of dark green...

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Pittosporum 'Small Ball'

Pittosporum 'Small Ball' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its naturally rounded growth habit, dense foliage, and tidy appearance. This dwarf...

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Pittosporum 'Silverball' rounded shrub.
Pittosporum 'Silver Ball'

Pittosporum 'Silver Ball' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its attractive silver grey foliage and naturally rounded growth habit. The...

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Pittosporum 'Glo Ball'

Pittosporum 'Glo Ball' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its naturally rounded growth habit, dense foliage, and tidy appearance. This...

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Pittosporum 'Golden Ball'

Pittosporum 'Golden Ball' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its bright golden foliage and naturally rounded growth habit. The colourful leaves...

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Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' shrub.
Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb'

Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its colourful foliage that emerges with rich purple and bronze tones before...

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Pittosporum 'Little Anita' plants as topiary balls in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Little Anita' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum 'Little Anita' is a dwarf variety of Pittosporum with small, light green leaves as it grows to about 60 cm tall and 75 cm wide. This...

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Pittosporum tobira green foliage and elegant white flowers.
Pittosporum tobira (Australian Laurel)

Pittosporum tobira, commonly known as Japanese Pittosporum or mock orange, is a versatile, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, green foliage and...

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Pittosporum rigidum shrub.
Pittosporum rigidum

Pittosporum rigidum is a hardy evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its dense branching, attractive foliage, and reliable growth. This Australian...

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Pittosporum umbellatum lush green foliage with small, pink flowers.
Pittosporum umbellatum

Pittosporum umbellatum is a bushy tree that features dark green, glossy leaves that are oval and leathery. Showy clusters of fragrant, pink flowers...

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Pittosporum 'Little Squirt' shrubs.
Pittosporum 'Little Squirt'

Pittosporum 'Little Squirt' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally tidy form. This dwarf...

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Pittosporum patulum purple flowers and green foliage.
Pittosporum patulum

Pittosporum patulum is a rare and distinctive New Zealand native tree known for its deeply divided foliage and unusual dark red to purple star shaped...

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Pittosporum crassicaule plant.
Pittosporum crassicaule

Pittosporum crassicaule is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub valued for its compact growth habit, distinctive grey green foliage, and...

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Pittosporum Silver Star foliage.
Pittosporum 'Silver Star'

Pittosporum 'Silver Star' is an elegant evergreen shrub prized for its attractive silver variegated foliage and naturally dense growth habit. The...

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Pittosporum 'Taupo'

Pittosporum 'Taupo' is a popular New Zealand native shrub grown for its dense branching, attractive silver green foliage, and versatility in the...

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Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

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Why Choose Pittosporum Balls?

Pittosporum balls have become highly sought after for their resilience and ease of care. These evergreen shrubs can be pruned into tidy spheres, offering instant structure to any garden design. Unlike many topiary plants, pittosporum balls hold their shape with minimal clipping, making them an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Their leaves range from bright green to silvery or golden tones, making it easy to coordinate with your existing planting palette.

Popular Varieties of Pittosporum Balls

Not all pittosporum balls are the same, and selecting the right cultivar can make all the difference in your landscape. Here are some of our top picks:

How to Use Pittosporum Balls in Your Garden

Pittosporum balls are striking when planted as single specimens, flanking pathways, or dotting courtyards. For a classical look, space them evenly along a driveway or path. Groupings of different leaf colours create eye-catching contemporary borders, while pairs in pots are ideal for framing entrances. Their tolerance for wind, salt spray, and poor soils makes them suitable for coastal gardens and urban settings alike.

Tips for Planting and Maintaining Pittosporum Balls

Shop for Pittosporum Balls

Browse our selection of quality-grown Pittosporum Small Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum), Pittosporum Golf Ball, Pittosporum Golden Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum), Pittosporum Silver Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum), and Pittosporum Glo Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum) to find the perfect topiary for your garden vision. With their easy-care nature and stunning presence, pittosporum balls are sure to enhance your outdoor space for years to come.


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