Pittosporum tenuifolium |
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Blackstem Pittosporum, Kohuhu |
This evergreen shrub reaches 15'-25' tall and has medium green leaves with black stems. Its pleasing texture and narrow, upright growth make this a fine hedge or screen. It is easy to grow in soils with good drainage. Many new cultivars are being introduced that have smaller, variegated and/or multi-colored foliage. This versatile shrub can grow in sun or shade and tolerates coastal conditions.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.