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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Variegatum'
Commonly known as Kohuhu, Parchment bark
Silver green leaves margined cream
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EvergreenCongested stems and smaller leaves 3cm (1¼in) long.
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Brown or blackBlack-red
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Height4m (13ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubDark-stemmed, bushy shrub, erect and fast-growing when young, slower-growing with age. Produces flowers in small, 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 'Variegatum'
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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 large 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
4m (13ft)
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2m (6½ft) |
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
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Parchment bark, Kohuhu
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