Pittosporum cornifolium

Name: Pittosporum cornifolium
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 15069g
Price: 25.26 NZD
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Perching Kohuhu, Tawhirikaro, Pittosporum cornifolium Hedge

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.

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, Woodland
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Perching Kohuhu, Tawhirikaro, Pittosporum cornifolium Hedge

Pittosporum cornifolium Details

Pittosporum cornifolium, commonly known as Tawhirikaro, is a NZ native shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It features glossy and lush foliage which is light green when young and ages to become dark green. Red flower buds open in spring to reveal small and fragrant, yellow flowers. These result in seed capsules that split open in autumn and are great for attracting birds. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of reasonable shade, cool climates, periods of dry, and frost once established. Pittosporum cornifolium is commonly included in a mixed planting, added to a woodland garden, used in native plantings, or included in riparian plantings.