Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) — Bushy

Overview

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) is a bushy shrub in the genus Pittosporum, part of the Pittosporaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, hedging and screens and wall side borders.

About

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the Pittosporum genus, known for its simple, leathery foliage and small, aromatic flowers. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade and is suitable for a variety of garden settings, including city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, and informal cottage gardens. It prefers sheltered positions and can be grown on various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a range of pH levels. 'Napier' is hardy to UK zone H4 and is typically propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Pittosporum

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrub
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Hedging and screens, Wall side borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f)

Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistance: Glasshouse red spider mite, Aphids, Cushion scale, Pittosporum sucker
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Leaf spot, Honey fungus (rarely)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f)?

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) need?

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) hardy in the UK?

Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Pittosporum crassifolium 'Napier' (f)?

Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.

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