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pittosporum varieties

Looking to add structure, evergreen charm, and year-round interest to your garden? Pittosporum varieties are a popular choice for New Zealand landscapes, thanks to their versatility, resilience, and array of forms and foliage colours. Whether you're searching for compact shrubs for foundation planting, elegant hedging plants for privacy, or beautiful feature specimens, there's a pittosporum variety to suit every space and style.

Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo) olive-green foliage and red flowers.

Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

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Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly known as Karo, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It features dense, grey-green leathery leaves and produces small, fragrant purple flowers in spring, followed by sticky seed capsules. Karo grows 3–5 metres tall and is ideal for hedging, shelterbelts, or coastal planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
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.

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 '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 '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 'Jade'

Pittosporum 'Jade' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive green foliage, and versatility in the landscape. This...

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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 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 'Irish Luck'

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its dense, bright green foliage and tidy growth habit. This versatile plant is well...

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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 'Frankies Folly' shrub with lush green foliage growing in a garden.
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 '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 tenuifolium 'Variegata'

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata' is an attractive evergreen shrub renowned for its beautifully variegated foliage and elegant growth habit. The...

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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 'Marjorie Channon' variegated foliage.
Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum ‘Marjorie Channon’ is a popular evergreen shrub admired for its striking variegated foliage. Its green leaves are edged with creamy...

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Pittosporum 'Sumo'

Pittosporum 'Sumo' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, rich green foliage, and naturally rounded form. This hardy variety...

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Pittosporum kirkii shrub with green foliage.
Pittosporum kirkii

Pittosporum kirkii is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub valued for its compact growth habit, attractive grey green foliage, and natural ability...

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Pittosporum tobira green foliage and elegant white flowers.
Pittosporum tobira (Australian Laurel)

Pittosporum tobira, commonly known as Japanese Pittosporum or mock orange, is a versatile, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, green foliage and...

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Pittosporum 'Taupo'

Pittosporum 'Taupo' is a popular New Zealand native shrub grown for its dense branching, attractive silver green foliage, and versatility in the...

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Pittosporum 'Blackbridge'

Pittosporum 'Blackbridge' is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its dense growth and attractive dark green foliage. This versatile plant provides year...

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Pittosporum Silver Star foliage.
Pittosporum 'Silver Star'

Pittosporum 'Silver Star' is an elegant evergreen shrub prized for its attractive silver variegated foliage and naturally dense growth habit. The...

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Pittosporum patulum purple flowers and green foliage.
Pittosporum patulum

Pittosporum patulum is a rare and distinctive New Zealand native tree known for its deeply divided foliage and unusual dark red to purple star shaped...

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Pittosporum 'Emerald Lake' green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Emerald Lake'

Pittosporum 'Emerald Lake' is a handsome evergreen shrub valued for its lush green foliage, dense growth habit, and versatility in the landscape...

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Pittosporum 'Small Ball'

Pittosporum 'Small Ball' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its naturally rounded growth habit, dense foliage, and tidy appearance. This dwarf...

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Pittosporum umbellatum lush green foliage with small, pink flowers.
Pittosporum umbellatum

Pittosporum umbellatum is a bushy tree that features dark green, glossy leaves that are oval and leathery. Showy clusters of fragrant, pink flowers...

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Pittosporum 'Katie' foliage.
Pittosporum 'Katie'

Pittosporum 'Katie' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and versatility in the landscape. This hardy...

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Pittosporum 'Stumpy'

Pittosporum 'Stumpy' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally rounded form. This hardy dwarf...

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Pittosporum 'Elfin'

Pittosporum 'Elfin' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense growth habit, small glossy foliage, and naturally rounded form. This dwarf...

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Pittosporum 'Little Squirt' shrubs.
Pittosporum 'Little Squirt'

Pittosporum 'Little Squirt' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally tidy form. This dwarf...

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Pittosporum 'Platinum'

Pittosporum 'Platinum' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silver variegated foliage and dense growth habit. The bright foliage...

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Pittosporum dallii rounded shrub.
Pittosporum dallii

Pittosporum dallii is a rare and attractive New Zealand native tree admired for its lush silver green foliage and elegant growth habit. This...

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Pittosporum 'Hedgehog'

Pittosporum 'Hedgehog' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its dense, rounded form and small, glossy green leaves. This tidy plant is ideal for...

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Pittosporum crassifolium (Karo)

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What Makes Pittosporum Varieties So Versatile?

Pittosporums are admired for their dense evergreen foliage, attractive leaf shapes, and tolerance to coastal conditions and wind. From tidy domes to upright columns and variegated foliage, pittosporum varieties have a solution for almost any planting need. Many are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and well-suited to New Zealand's diverse garden environments.

Popular Pittosporum Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

Explore some of our favourite pittosporum varieties, each with unique features for different uses in your landscape:

How to Choose the Right Pittosporum Varieties

When selecting pittosporum varieties, consider your garden’s size, light conditions, and desired effect. Compact forms like Pittosporum Glo Ball (Dwarf Pittosporum) are perfect for smaller spaces and topiary, while upright or variegated types can create screens or add highlights. All pittosporums thrive in well-drained soil, tolerate periodic drought once established, and respond well to trimming, making them easy-care options for busy gardeners.

Caring for Your Pittosporum Plants

To ensure your pittosporum varieties thrive, plant them in a sunny or partially shaded spot with good drainage. Water new plants regularly until established, then reduce watering as most varieties are drought-resistant. Prune annually to maintain your preferred shape and encourage dense growth, especially if using them as hedging or topiary.

Start exploring different pittosporum varieties and transform your New Zealand garden with year-round evergreen structure, colour, and style.


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