pittosporum tree nz
If you’re searching for a versatile, hardy, and visually striking plant for your garden, the pittosporum tree NZ is an outstanding choice. Renowned for their glossy foliage, sheltering qualities, and adaptability, pittosporums are popular throughout New Zealand landscapes. Whether you’re designing a coastal garden, needing a reliable hedging option, or seeking a statement feature tree, pittosporum trees offer unmatched ornamental value with minimal fuss.
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. Known for its narrow, grey-green leaves and upright form, it typically grows to 4–6 metres tall and 3–4 metres wide. The foliage has a subtle silver tone, which softens the appearance of dense planting and adds contrast to green-dominated gardens. In spring, small dark red to purple flowers appear, offering seasonal interest and attracting native insects.
From $25.58
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.
From $22.01
