Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Argentea Nana'

Also Known As

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Nugget'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"

planting zones

8a-11

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Argentea Nana' plant details

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Argentea Nana' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring black, burgundy and red flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Argentea Nana'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: black, burgundy and red blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, mounding, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Argentea Nana'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Of the often jewel-like members of this highly selected species from New Zealand, P.t. 'Argentea Nana' is indeed one of the most exquisite. Young plants form mounds, 18" to 2 ft , of densely held, 1/4" leaves on black stems. As plants emerge into their adult phase, the leaves grow farther apart and the plants become more open. This too is attractive but if one misses the old days, a little shearing can never hurt. On older plants late spring flowers are under 1/3", maroon to nearly black with the fragrance of dianthus. Dappled shade to full sun with regular summer water preferred. Exquisite container plant. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.