pittosporum purple flowers
Pittosporum purple flowers are a striking yet somewhat rare feature in New Zealand gardens. While most pittosporum species are grown for their evergreen foliage and neat form, certain types offer charming and unusual purple-toned flowers. If you’re searching for shrubs or small trees with pittosporum purple flowers, you’ll find there are select varieties that deliver this sophisticated colour palette, adding interest and depth to your garden design. On this page, we’ll highlight which pittosporum species show purple blooms, discuss their ideal uses in landscaping, and offer guidance on growing and maintaining these attractive native plants.
Pittosporum tenuifolium
Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Kohuhu or Black Matipo, is a fast-growing, evergreen native tree ideal for hedging, screening, and shelter in New Zealand gardens. It features wavy-edged green leaves on distinctive dark stems and produces small, sweetly scented purple flowers in spring.
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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.
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