Pittosporum rigidum

Pittosporum rigidum produces small, green leaves held on rigid, brown stems. This NZ native typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Pittosporum rigidum tends to be used in a native planting or added to a mixed planting where something a little different is wanted.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.50 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	15071

Pittosporum rigidum hedge spacing

The Pittosporum rigidum hedge spacing is generally 50 cm between the plants. If you want the hedge to fill in faster, you can shorten the spacing to 40 cm. However, going wider than 50 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 40-50 cm spacing to achieve an amazing hedge.

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