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PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium 'Warnham Gold'
Commonly known as Kohuhu, Parchment bark
Young leaves greenish-gold and maturing golden-yellow with wavy edges
£17.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £15.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Very shiny leaves that catch and reflect the light. Suitable for hedging in mild coastal areas -
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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Fully hardyBorderline
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Gold
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Height
To 4m (13ft) -
Spread
To 5m (16ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubSlow-growing.
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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 -
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 Sizeto 4m (13ft)
to 5m (16ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Australian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter in milder areas
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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
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