PITTOSPORUM crassifolium
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PITTOSPORUM crassifolium
Commonly known as Karo, Parchment bark
A very hardy variety which is excellent in coastal conditions with thick leathery leaves and deep purple flowers
£17.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £15.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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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
New Zealand (North Island) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLeaves dark-green above, white or buff-felted beneath, 5-7cm (2-3in) long.
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Brown or black
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetDeep purple -
Bell/LanternTubular-bell-shaped to 1cm (½in) across
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
5-10m (16-33ft) -
Spread
2-5m (6½-16ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree with ascending stems. 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
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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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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) -
Scented flowers
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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 Size5-10m (16-33ft)
2-5m (6½-16ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Pittosporum - Growing Guide