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PITTOSPORUM tobira
Commonly known as Australian laurel, Tobira
White stephanotis-like scented flowers in JUN-JUL, excellent for coastal planting
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EvergreenLeathery leaves 3-10cm (1-4in) long, deep green above, paler beneath
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Cream -
Height2-10m (6½-33ft) -
Spread1.5-3m (5-10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubOr small tree, usually rounded and dense. Produces flowers in large, terminal clusters followed by spherical, yellow-brown capsules 1.5cm (½in) long with red seeds
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Against a wallSouth- or west-facing wall.
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Full sun -
Partial shade
PITTOSPORUM tobira
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Additional Features
Good to knowJapanese mock orange
Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites, scale insects under glass. Leaf spot, powdery mildew,
Place of originChina, Korea, JapanResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped to 2.5cm (1in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter in milder areas
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Pruning group
Pruning 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.
RHS group 1 -
Scented PlantsScented flowersVery sweetly scented
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Pittosporum - Growing Guide
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2-10m (6½-33ft)
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PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum'
Tobira, Australian laurel
Available from £17.50
PITTOSPORUM crassifolium
Parchment bark, Karo
Available from £15.50
PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb'
Parchment bark, Kohuhu
Available from £15.50
PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Nanum'
Tobira, Australian laurel
Available from £17.50
Buy Varieties of PITTOSPORUM tobira
PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Nanum'
Australian laurel, Tobira
dwarf form
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
Large
Gift-wrapping available
£35.00
PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum'
Australian laurel, Tobira
silver variegated marbled leaves
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
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