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Pittosporum 'Zen'

Pittosporum 'Zen' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and naturally tidy form. This versatile variety provides year round structure and colour while requiring minimal maintenance, making it ideal for modern landscapes and smaller gardens. Its neat appearance and manageable size suit low hedges, borders, containers, and feature planting. Well adapted to New Zealand conditions, Pittosporum 'Zen' is a reliable and attractive shrub that delivers lasting visual appeal and practical landscaping benefits.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:3.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku12203

How to grow Pittosporum 'Zen' in NZ

Pittosporum 'Zen' grows best in a sunny to partially shaded position with well drained soil. It adapts readily to a wide range of soil types provided drainage is adequate. Water regularly during establishment to encourage strong root development, then reduce watering once plants are settled. Incorporating compost into the planting area can improve soil structure and support healthy growth. Applying mulch around the base helps conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and encourage successful establishment and long term plant health.

Pittosporum 'Zen' care tips

Pittosporum 'Zen' is easy to maintain and requires very little ongoing care once established. Water during prolonged dry periods, particularly while plants are becoming established. Light trimming can be undertaken to maintain a neat shape or create a formal low hedge. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage fresh foliage growth and maintain plant vigour. Remove any damaged or dead branches as required. Its naturally compact growth habit reduces pruning requirements and helps keep maintenance to a minimum.

Pittosporum 'Zen' size, spacing, and growth rate

Pittosporum 'Zen' typically grows to around 80 centimetres to 1.2 metres tall and wide, forming a dense rounded shrub. Growth is moderate, allowing plants to develop steadily while remaining easy to manage. Space plants approximately 50 to 70 centimetres apart for low hedging or around 1 metre apart when planted as individual specimens. This spacing provides adequate airflow and room for development while maintaining an attractive and balanced appearance within the landscape.

Landscaping uses for Pittosporum 'Zen'

Pittosporum 'Zen' is ideal for low hedges, borders, courtyard gardens, container planting, and formal landscape designs. Its compact habit and dense evergreen foliage make it particularly useful where space is limited or a structured appearance is desired. The attractive foliage provides year round interest and combines beautifully with flowering plants and other shrubs. Whether used as an edging plant, grouped planting, or feature specimen, it adds structure, texture, and lasting visual appeal throughout the year.

Why buy Pittosporum 'Zen' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium quality Pittosporum 'Zen' plants that are carefully grown for health, vigour, and reliable garden performance. Every plant is selected to ensure strong establishment and long term success in New Zealand conditions. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, The Plant Company provides expert advice, premium plants, and reliable nationwide delivery. Whether you are creating a low hedge, enhancing a courtyard garden, or adding evergreen structure to your landscape, you can buy with confidence from a trusted New Zealand nursery.

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