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Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy' plant details

Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and spring white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and spring
Uses: fragrant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Too rare in horiticulture. Selected by Sean Hogan from Taiwanese collections by Dan Hinkley - P. illicioides DJHT 99079, chosen for the extremely narrow leaves that present a fine texture in the garden. A tall, evergreen shrub, to 12-15 ft, with fragrant, white flowers in spring and, in autumn, very small, blue-black fruit in orange capsules. Best in light shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8, and expected in zone 7.

Gardening facts about Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy' plant

How to Grow Pittosporum illicioides 'Strappy'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • blue
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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