pittosporum eugenioides for sale

Why Choose Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata, Lemonwood)?

Tarata, also known as Lemonwood, brings year-round interest with its vibrant lime-green leaves that release a pleasant lemon fragrance when crushed—a true sensory delight in any garden. In spring, panicles of creamy-yellow flowers attract native birds and pollinators, enhancing local biodiversity. Growing up to 10 metres tall (or trimmed as a hedge), Pittosporum eugenioides is naturally tolerant to wind, moderate coastal exposure, and light frosts. Its dense foliage makes it a top pick for shelter, screening, or adding structure to native plantings.

Ideal Uses for Pittosporum eugenioides

Pittosporum eugenioides is incredibly versatile:

• Hedges and Screens: Fast-growing and easy to trim, it forms dense, attractive hedges.
• Shelterbelts: Provides reliable shelter from wind for gardens and paddocks.
• Specimen Tree: Its upright growth and scented leaves make a striking feature in native or mixed gardens.
• Wildlife Gardens: Flowers support native birds and beneficial insects.

Pair it with other tough performers like Pittosporum tenuifolium, Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo), or the eye-catching Pittosporum 'Wrinkled Blue' for year-round interest and layered screening.

Growing and Care Tips

Pittosporum eugenioides grows best in full sun to light shade and prefers free-draining soil, though it will tolerate heavier soils once established. This species is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, responding well to clipping if grown as a hedge. Feed with a balanced fertiliser annually, mulch well, and water new plantings until established. For formal hedges or compact garden beds, consider alternatives like Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum) or the stylish Pittosporum 'Limelight' (Kohuhu).

Explore Other Outstanding Shrubs and Trees

While you're looking for Pittosporum eugenioides for sale, our nursery also offers a wide selection of other premium natives and exotics. If you're after dense, fast-growing screening, Acmena Backyard Bliss and Acmena Orange Twist are outstanding choices. Or, for striking colour and structure, add Acer Amoenum (Acer palmatum Amoenum) or Nyssa sinensis (Chinese Tupelo) to your garden design. For summer-flowering drama, Lagerstroemia subcostata offers golden blooms and attractive bark.

Pittosporum eugenioides for Sale: Order Yours Today

Ready to enhance your garden with one of New Zealand’s most loved native trees? Browse our Pittosporum eugenioides for sale and enjoy healthy, nursery-grown plants delivered direct to your door. All our Pittosporum stock is sourced from reliable seed and cared for by experienced horticulturists, ensuring premium quality for your next project. Enrich your landscape—add Tarata (Lemonwood) to your garden today.