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small pittosporum varieties

Small pittosporum varieties are perfect for New Zealand gardens where space is at a premium but high-impact foliage is still desired. These compact, tidy shrubs offer structure, texture, and often year-round colour, plus they're renowned for their easy-care nature. Whether you're looking for formal hedging, attractive borders, or standalone features, there’s a small pittosporum ready to fit your landscape vision.

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 flowers in spring. It grows with a rounded habit to about 80 cm tall and the same wide.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
Pittosporum 'Little Kiwi' shrubs with light green foliage.

Pittosporum 'Little Kiwi'

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Pittosporum 'Little Kiwi' is a compact New Zealand native evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally tidy form. This dwarf variety provides year round structure and colour while requiring very little maintenance, making it ideal for modern landscapes and smaller gardens.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock
A Pittosporum 'Little Gem' (Dwarf Pittosporum) plant with fresh green foliage in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Little Gem'

Pittosporum 'Little Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive green foliage, and naturally rounded form. This...

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

Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly known as Karo, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It features dense, grey-green...

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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 '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 '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 '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...

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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 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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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 '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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Sophora microphylla specimen tree covered in yellow flowers.
Sophora microphylla (Small Leaved Kōwhai)

Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Weeping Kowhai, is a treasured New Zealand native tree admired for its graceful, drooping branches and masses...

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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 '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 Anita' plants as topiary balls in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Little Anita' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum 'Little Anita' is a dwarf variety of Pittosporum with small, light green leaves as it grows to about 60 cm tall and 75 cm wide. 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 '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 'Little Sprite'

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

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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 'Golf Ball' (Dwarf Pittosporum) shrub with lush green foliage in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Golf Ball'

Pittosporum 'Golf Ball' is a compact, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, renowned for its dense, rounded form and vibrant green foliage. This...

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Pittosporum 'Glo Ball'

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

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Pittosporum 'Pom Pom' plant with green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Pom Pom'

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

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Young Pittosporum 'Green Cushion' plants with light green foliage in pots for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Pittosporum 'Green Cushion'

Pittosporum 'Green Cushion' is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its dense, rounded form and vibrant green foliage. Bred in New Zealand, this...

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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 'Hole In One'

Pittosporum 'Hole In One' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally tidy appearance. This...

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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 colensoi green foliage and black flowers.
Pittosporum colensoi

Pittosporum colensoi is a NZ native shrub that features stems that host small and glossy, green leaves. These are held densely and complemented with...

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Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

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Why Choose Small Pittosporum Varieties?

Choosing small pittosporum varieties for your garden brings a host of benefits. Their modest size ensures they won't outgrow tight spaces, making them ideal for courtyard gardens, patios, and even container planting. Dwarf pittosporums are also excellent for structured borders and neat, low hedges. Their dense, evergreen foliage provides a lush look all year, with many varieties boasting intriguing textures or unusual forms.

Top Choices: Outstanding Small Pittosporum Varieties

Pittosporum 'Little Anita' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum 'Little Anita' (Dwarf Pittosporum) is highly popular for good reason: this compact shrub forms a perfect mound of densely packed, olive-green foliage. It typically grows to just a metre, making it effortless to maintain and shape. Its tidy form suits modern gardens, mixed borders, and low-maintenance planting schemes.

Pittosporum Little Squirt (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Another favourite, Pittosporum Little Squirt (Dwarf Pittosporum), lives up to its name by staying petite. Its rounded habit and fine, green leaves make it ideal for small gardens or as a highlight in pots. Its resilience and adaptability ensure it thrives in varied conditions, adding year-round appeal without overwhelming the space.

Pittosporum Pom Pom

If you're after something sculptural, Pittosporum Pom Pom is a standout among small pittosporum varieties. Carefully clipped into neat ‘pom pom’ shapes, these plants add a formal touch and visual interest to garden beds or container displays. Their compact size ensures they flourish where larger shrubs cannot.

Pittosporum Little Sprite (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum Little Sprite (Dwarf Pittosporum) features fine, lush foliage in a versatile compact form. It stays delightfully small and rounded, making it perfect for patio pots, pathways, or low hedging. ‘Little Sprite’ is also appreciated for its tolerance to a range of sites across New Zealand.

Pittosporum Little Burger (Dwarf Pittosporum)

For gardeners who love unique foliage, Pittosporum Little Burger (Dwarf Pittosporum) offers shiny, rounded leaves on a dense, easy-going shrub. ‘Little Burger’ remains manageable with minimal pruning and delivers reliable greenery in borders or as a neat specimen in smaller spaces.

Planting and Care for Small Pittosporum Varieties

All small pittosporum varieties are known for their hardy, low-maintenance nature. Plant your pittosporum in a sunny to partly shaded spot with well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment but, once mature, these shrubs cope well with dry conditions. They benefit from light trimming to retain shape and density—making them a smart choice for busy gardeners.

By choosing small pittosporum varieties, you can create structured, evergreen beauty while easily keeping your planting under control. Explore our full range of dwarf pittosporums to find the perfect match for your garden.

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