PITTOSPORUM crassifolium 'Variegatum'

Commonly known as Karo

Grey-green leaves variegated creamy-white on the edges
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leathery leaves 5-7cm (2-3in) long.
  • Red
  • Height
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Spread
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Bushy, erect shrub. Flowers in terminal clusters, males in clusters of up to 10, females in clusters of 5, followed by almost spherical seed capsules to 1.5cm (¾in) across
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

PITTOSPORUM crassifolium 'Variegatum'

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Leaf spot, powdery mildew
    Place of origin
    New Zealand (North Island)
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Bell/Lantern
    Tubular-bell-shaped to 1cm (½in) across
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Australian / New Zealand
    Border
    Suitable for a large shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Gold variegated
  • 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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Pittosporum - Growing Guide
2.5m (8ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  1.5m (5ft)
  

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