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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Irene Paterson'
Commonly known as Kohuhu, Parchment bark
('Snow') - green speckled white
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EvergreenThinly leathery, glossy leaves 2.5-6cm (1-2½in) long.
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Brown or blackBlack-red
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HeightTo 1.2m (4ft)
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SpreadTo 60cm (24in)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSlow-growing. Produces flowers in few-flowered axillary clusters followed by grey-black seed capsules
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline
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Full sun
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Partial shade
PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Irene Paterson'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesLeaf spot, powdery mildew.Place of originNew ZealandResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped
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Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter in milder areas
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Silver variegated
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Scented PlantsScented flowersHoney-scented
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Pittosporum - Growing Guide
to 1.2m (4ft)
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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb'
Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Silver Queen'
Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £17.00
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Tobira, Australian laurel
Available from £18.50
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