Pittosporum tenuifolium Irene Paterson
Pittosporum tenuifolium irene paterson is a highly sought-after New Zealand native shrub, beloved for its unique, variegated foliage and dense, compact form. This elegant variety adds year-round interest to gardens with its striking cream and green leaves, which often develop a subtle pink blush in cooler temperatures. Hardy and easy to maintain, Pittosporum Irene Paterson thrives throughout New Zealand’s diverse climates, making it an ideal choice for hedges, topiary, and decorative planting schemes.
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
