Overview

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Beach Ball' is a tree in the genus Pittosporum, part of the Pittosporaceae family. It typically grows around 7.0 m tall. Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Beach Ball' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to New Zealand.

About

Pittosporum tenuifolium is a small evergreen tree endemic to New Zealand – growing up to 10 m (33 ft) – commonly known as kōhūhū and black matipo, and by other Māori names kohukohu and tawhiwhi. Its small, very dark, reddish-purple flowers generally go unnoticed, and are scented only at night.

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About the genus

Pittosporum is a genus of about 250 species of flowering plants in the family Pittosporaceae. Plants in the genus Pittosporum are shrubs or trees with leaves arranged alternately along the stems. The flowers are arranged singly or in cymes, with white to yellow petals fused at the base forming a short tube, with stamens that are free from each other.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Pittosporum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sandy, Loamy

Soil moisture

Well-drained, Moist but well-drained

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Beach Ball' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Tree

Height

7.0 m

Native to

New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

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