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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Golf Ball'
Commonly known as Kohuhu, Parchment bark
A new variety which is a pure light green and makes an excellent hedge or topiary with minimal trimming. It does not become leggy and its leaves hold on the lower branches
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Good to know
Good for a low hedge as seldom needs clipping -
Pests & Diseases
Leaf spot, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
New Zealand -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen
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Brown or blackBlack-red
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter in milder areas
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft) -
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 heightForms a dense, rounded globe. Produces flowers in few-flowered axillary clusters followed by grey-black seed capsules
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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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Hardy - average winter
Hardy 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 -
Scented flowersHoney-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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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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