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Pittosporum cornifolium

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Perching Kohuhu, Tawhirikaro

Pittosporum cornifolium, commonly known as Tawhirikaro or Perching Kohuhu, is a NZ native shrub grown with glossy and lush foliage that is light green and ages to become dark green. Red flower buds open in spring to reveal small and fragrant, yellow flowers. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide. Pittosporum cornifolium is commonly included in a mixed planting, added to a woodland garden, used in native plantings, or included in riparian plantings.

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The average plant height is 20 cm
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The average plant height is 55 cm
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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Shade
Garden uses:Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPerching Kohuhu, Tawhirikaro

What are the landscaping uses for Pittosporum cornifolium in NZ?

Pittosporum cornifolium is a popular choice in landscaping projects in NZ. It makes a beautiful hedge and a fantastic screen, but also makes for a lovely specimen or a lush backdrop for smaller plants. It is the gorgeous foliage and versatility of this plant that makes it a popular choice in landscaping. Few other trees can grow on marginal soils and climates and still look amazing.

Pittosporum cornifolium hedge spacing

The Pittosporum cornifolium hedge spacing is generally 50 cm between the plants. If you want the hedge to fill in faster, you can shorten the spacing to 40 cm. However, going wider than 50 cm will have two effects. The first is that the gap between the plants at the base will be harder to fill in and this can cause frustration. The second is that the plants will tend to grow wider rather than upward. At a closer spacing the plants compete for light, and in doing so, they push each other upwards. Therefore, The Plant Company recommends a 40-50 cm spacing to achieve an amazing hedge.

What height does the Pittosporum cornifolium tree grow to?

Pittosporum cornifolium trees will grow to a height of about 2 metres. In warmer climates it will reach this height much quicker than in cooler and more exposed sites. Watering and maintaining fertility levels will also influence the time to reach this height.

What is the Pittosporum cornifolium growth rate?

The growth rate of Pittosporum cornifolium depends on where it is positioned and how well it is cared for. In a warm climate with good growing conditions, it will grow to 2 m tall and 1 m wide in about 8-10 years. Where anything impedes the growth such as drought, wind exposure, cold climates it will grow at a slower rate. While this tree can grow to 2 m tall, it is often clipped to smaller sizes and often into a hedge. Overall, the growth rate is considered medium relative to other NZ native hedging plants.

Pittosporum cornifolium trees for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Pittosporum cornifolium trees for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your tree and hedge needs and impress you with both our products and service!

What are the best growing conditions for Pittosporum cornifolium In NZ?

Pittosporum cornifolium grows best in NZ when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. We cannot emphasise enough the importance of good drainage as plants can become diseased and die if drainage is poor, they are waterlogged, or both. It will tolerate coastal environments, wind, and frost.

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Reviews

5 from 2 customers
Annie Whiteside - Taranaki

These are beautiful plants, they have tripled in size since being planted. Thank you!

Margaret Ross - Hawke's Bay

Healthy and lush, just what I wanted

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