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If you’re searching for pittosporum in Christchurch, you’re in the right place. Pittosporums are a staple in many Canterbury gardens thanks to their hardy, evergreen nature and signature New Zealand character. Whether you’re creating a formal hedge, needing tough shelter from Canterbury winds, or simply adding texture to your planting scheme, there’s a pittosporum variety to match your needs.

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. This cultivar typically grows to around 4–5 metres tall and 2–3 metres wide, making it an ideal choice for hedging, screening, or as a narrow specimen tree in smaller spaces. The crinkled, silvery-blue leaves provide year-round visual interest and contrast beautifully with green plantings in both modern and native garden designs.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Pittosporum tobira green foliage and elegant white flowers.

Pittosporum tobira (Australian Laurel)

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Pittosporum tobira, commonly known as Japanese Pittosporum or mock orange, is a versatile, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, green foliage and fragrant, white flowers. Native to East Asia, it thrives in New Zealand's climate and is an excellent choice for hedging, borders, or container planting. This hardy plant tolerates coastal conditions, wind, and frost, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, White
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 '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 Small Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum Small Ball is a dwarf variety grown for its glossy, olive-green leaves which are held densely. This evergreen grows with a ball shape to...

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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 Millfield Magic

Pittosporum Millfield Magic is a compact NZ native shrub that produces fresh-green foliage with silver overtones. This evergreen typically grows to 3...

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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 '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 '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 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 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 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 Silver Pillar

Pittosporum Silver Pillar is a NZ native that features small leaves that are variegated mid-green with a cream margin and held on dark stems. It...

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Pittosporum Jade

Pittosporum Jade is a NZ native shrub that features slender, dark-coloured stems which bear small, jade-green leaves which are held densely. This...

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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 '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...

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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...

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Pittosporum eugenioides variegatum lush foliage.

Pittosporum eugenioides 'variegatum' (Variegated Tarata)

Pittosporum eugenioides Variegatum, commonly known as Variegated Tarata, features slender, dark coloured stems which bear dark green leaves with a...

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Pittosporum Irish Luck (Black Matipo)

Caring for Sophora 'Goldies Mantle' is simple and low maintenance. Pruning after flowering will help maintain its shape and encourage fresh growth...

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Pittosporum tenuifolium Variegata

Pittosporum tenuifolium Variegata features dark green leaves that are edged with cream and held densely on dark stems. This is a very tidy NZ native...

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Pittosporum 'Wrinkled Blue'

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Why Choose Pittosporum for Christchurch Gardens

Pittosporums thrive in Christchurch’s cool winters, frosty mornings, and often challenging soils. Their resilience to both wind and drought makes them excellent for local landscapes. Gardeners love pittosporums for their year-round foliage interest and versatility — they’re perfect for dense hedging, specimen planting, or as attractive screens for privacy.

Popular varieties like Pittosporum Emerald Lake (Black Matipo) bring classic NZ style to gardens with their glossy, deep-green leaves and tidy growth. For a modern touch, Pittosporum Millfield Magic offers silvery-green tones edged with cream that brighten up any Christchurch planting scheme.

Best Pittosporum Varieties for Christchurch

With so many options, it can be tricky to know which pittosporum will thrive in your Christchurch garden. Some favourites include:

For compact spaces or low-maintenance areas, the innovative dwarf types are incredibly popular in Christchurch. Pittosporum Little Burger (Dwarf Pittosporum) and Pittosporum Little Squirt (Dwarf Pittosporum) form neat mounds of foliage, ideal for patio planters, rockeries, or as groundcovers.

Growing and Caring for Pittosporum in Christchurch

Pittosporums are delightfully easy to grow — they prefer well-drained soils and a sunny to partly-shaded spot. In Christchurch, it’s best to plant during autumn or spring, allowing roots to establish before the extremes of summer or winter set in. Regular trimming will keep hedges dense and shapely, especially with vigorous growers like Pittosporum Emerald Lake (Black Matipo).

They handle both frosty snaps and dry Nor’westers, but a layer of mulch and deep watering during dry periods will keep them looking their best. Feed with a controlled-release fertiliser annually for lush, healthy foliage.

Buy Pittosporum in Christchurch

Ready to add a touch of New Zealand beauty and resilience to your Christchurch landscape? Explore our range of pittosporum, including favourites like Pittosporum Emerald Lake (Black Matipo), Pittosporum Millfield Magic, Pittosporum Silver Star, Pittosporum Little Burger (Dwarf Pittosporum), and Pittosporum Little Squirt (Dwarf Pittosporum). With top-quality plants suited for Canterbury conditions, you’ll find exactly the pittosporum Christchurch gardeners love.


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