Pittosporum aff. truncatum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'
W: 10'

planting zones

8a-10b

Pittosporum aff. truncatum plant details

Pittosporum aff. truncatum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum aff. truncatum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, screen, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum aff. truncatum

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rare, evergreen shrub, from China, often confused with P. heterophyllum, with leathery and glossy deep green leaves sweetly fragrant, loose, soft yellow flowers individual and emerging atop leaf clusters in spring and summer. Height and width to 10', though easily kept smaller if pruned. Part sun to light shade. Plant in well-drained soil with frequent summer watering to keep from drying out. Excellent as a screen specimen or in the coastal garden where it is highly tolerant of salt spray. Frost hardy to at least 10 degrees, possibly lower. USDA zone 8. Pittosporaceae