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PITTOSPORUM tobira 'Variegatum'
Commonly known as Australian laurel, Tobira
Silver variegated marbled leaves
(UK Delivery Only)
£20.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Leaf spot, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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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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Bell/LanternBell-shaped to 2.5cm (1in) across
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Silver variegated
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Height
2-10m (6½-33ft) -
Spread
1.5-3m (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 greenhouse
Tolerant 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) -
Will grow outside in milder locations
This 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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Scented flowersVery sweetly scented
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2-10m (6½-33ft)
1.5-3m (5-10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable 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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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Pittosporum - Growing Guide
