Pittosporum tobira 'Platinum'

Also Known As

Platinum Japanese Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

Pittosporum tobira 'Platinum' plant details

Pittosporum tobira 'Platinum' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum tobira 'Platinum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and variegated
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum tobira 'Platinum'

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. A sport occurring in our garden some years ago, this 5-6' graceful shrub has leaves to 4", surfaced silver-gray and thinly edged in cream with a hint of green. Typical mock orange flowers in spring, often through summer, creamy white with the fragrance of orange blossom. At its silveriest with afternoon shade in hottest climates. Drought tolerant, though appreciates some summer water. Average soil and fertilizer conditions. A must have for the white garden. Can be shorn or pruned to maintain shape. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.