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PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum'
Commonly known as Australian laurel, Tobira
Silver variegated marbled leaves
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EvergreenLeathery leaves 3cm (1¼in) long, deep green above, paler beneath with irregular white margins
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Cream
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Height2-10m (6½-33ft)
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Spread1.5-3m (5-10ft)
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Tall ShrubWith congested stems, usually rounded and dense. Produces large, terminal clusters of flowers followed by spherical, yellow-brown capsules 1.5cm (½in) across with red seeds
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.Under glass use loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full light
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Full sun
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Partial shade
PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesLeaf spot, powdery mildewPlace of originChina, Korea, JapanResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped to 2.5cm (1in) across
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HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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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 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
2-10m (6½-33ft)
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Useful extras...
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This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
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