Pittosporum crassifolium
Also Known As
- Karo
- Karo Pittosporum
- Stiffleaf Cheesewood
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 8'-20'
- W: 6'-15'
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Pittosporum crassifolium plant details
Pittosporum crassifolium is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with blue foliage. In spring burgundy flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum crassifolium
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: pittosporaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum crassifolium
- USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Pittosporum crassifolium plant
How to Grow Pittosporum crassifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- burgundy
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- low
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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