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If you’re searching for the perfect small pittosporum to enhance your garden, you’ve come to the right place. Small pittosporum varieties are highly sought after in New Zealand for their compact size, lush evergreen foliage, and impressive versatility. These dwarf shrubs offer elegant landscaping solutions for tight spaces, small gardens, or patio containers. Their neat, rounded forms and resilience make them a favourite with both beginner and seasoned gardeners.

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. Pittosporum 'Midget' is ideal for adding to mixed and border plantings, maintaining in a container, using to border an entrance, or for planting around outdoor living areas. It's architectural properties that make this a popular choice with landscape designers.

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. Its manageable size makes it perfect for low hedges, borders, containers, and feature planting. Well suited to New Zealand conditions, Pittosporum 'Little Kiwi' is a reliable and versatile shrub that delivers lasting visual appeal and practical landscaping benefits.

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
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Why Choose Small Pittosporum?

Small pittosporum cultivars provide outstanding visual structure without overwhelming your landscape. Their tidy habit makes them ideal for borders, paths, rock gardens, or even formal hedging. As New Zealand natives, pittosporum shrubs thrive in our climate, withstanding both sun and wind, and requiring minimal maintenance. The leaves are typically glossy, sometimes variegated, and provide year-round interest. If you’re looking for a hardy plant that doesn’t get too big, small pittosporum ticks all the boxes.

Recommended Small Pittosporum Varieties

For those seeking a compact and attractive shrub, these dwarf pittosporum options are especially popular:

How to Grow and Use Small Pittosporum

Small pittosporum species thrive in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. They are drought-tolerant once established and generally free from pest problems. Plant them as focal points, in mixed borders, or as low hedges where their foliage can be admired year-round. Small pittosporum also works beautifully in pots, giving patios and decks a touch of green elegance.

When planting, space your small pittosporum varieties to allow for their natural shape, and water well until established. Prune lightly to maintain their form or let them grow freely for a natural appearance.

Find Your Perfect Small Pittosporum Shrub

With so many outstanding options, you’ll find a small pittosporum to complement any landscape style. Browse our range of compact pittosporum varieties and discover how these versatile New Zealand natives can transform your garden. For trusted, enduring beauty, small pittosporum is a top pick for home gardeners throughout the country.


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