Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles'

Also Known As

Ruffled Kohuhu
Silver Ruffles Kohuhu

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles' plant details

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring black and red flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: black and red blooms in spring
Uses: black stems, cutting garden, fragrant, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Ruffles'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, gray-green, wavy leaves float above black stems on this delicately textured shrub, possibly reaching 12 ft in time. Tiny black flowers appear in spring, stunning against the foliage and highly fragrant as well. Best when backed by darker foliage. Site out of wind and close to a path to be admired. Sun to part sun in hottest climates with some summer water. Frost hardy to at least 10F, USDA zone 8.