Pittosporum Elfin

What are the landscaping uses for Pittosporum Elfin in NZ?

Pittosporum Elfin is a popular choice in landscaping projects in NZ. It makes a beautiful low hedge and is also clipped into topiary balls. This shrub is well suited to modern and formal gardens and is widely used around pools and other outdoor living spaces. The Plant Company often recommends growing this variety in a pot to border an entrance. It is the lush and bright foliage and versatility of this plant that makes it a popular choice in landscaping.

Pittosporum Elfin plant spacing

The Pittosporum Elfin hedge spacing is generally 30 cm between the plants. If you want the hedge to fill in faster, you can shorten the spacing to 25 cm. However, going wider than 40 cm will have two effects. The first is that the gap between the plants at the base will be harder to fill in and this can cause frustration. The second is that the plants will tend to grow wider rather than upward. At a closer spacing the plants compete for light, and in doing so, they push each other upwards. Therefore, The Plant Company recommends a 40 cm spacing to achieve an amazing hedge that is 50 cm tall. If, on the other hand, you want discrete plants that don’t merge, space the plants at least 75 cm apart.

What height does the Pittosporum Elfin tree grow to?

Pittosporum Elfin trees will grow to a height of about 60 cm. In warmer climates it will reach this height much quicker than in cooler and more exposed sites. Watering and maintaining fertility levels will also influence the time to reach this height.

What is the Pittosporum Elfin growth rate?

The growth rate of Pittosporum Elfin depends on where it is positioned and how well it is cared for. In a warm climate with good growing conditions, it will grow to 50 cm tall and the same wide in about 5 years. Where anything impedes the growth such as drought, wind exposure, cold climates it will grow at a slower rate.

Pittosporum Elfin for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Pittosporum Elfin for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!