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Pittosporum tenuifolium Variegata

Pittosporum tenuifolium Variegata features dark green leaves that are edged with cream and held densely on dark stems. This is a very tidy NZ native shrub that typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. Pittosporum tenuifolium Variegata is commonly used for shelter, screening, and hedging, and is well suited for growing around outdoor living areas. It also makes an attractive specimen and a lovely back drop for smaller plants.

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The average plant height is 45 cm
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The average plant height is 120 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:3.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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What are the landscaping uses for Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata in NZ?

Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata is a popular choice in landscaping projects in NZ. It makes a beautiful hedge and a fantastic screen, but also makes for a lovely specimen or a lush backdrop for smaller plants. It is the gorgeous foliage and versatility of this plant that makes it a popular choice in landscaping. Few other trees can grow on marginal soils and climates and still look amazing.

Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata hedge spacing

The Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata 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.

What is the Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata growth rate?

The growth rate of Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata 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 3 m tall and 2 m wide in about 8-10 years. Where anything impedes the growth such as drought, wind exposure, cold climates it will grow at a slower rate. While this tree can grow to 3 m tall, it is often clipped to smaller sizes and often into a hedge. Overall, the growth rate is considered medium relative to other NZ native hedging plants.

Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata trees for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Pittosporum tenuifolium variegata trees 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 tree and hedge needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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