Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' — Bushy

Overview

Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' is a bushy shrub in the genus Pittosporum, part of the Pittosporaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' 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 tobira is a species of sweet-smelling flowering plant in the pittosporum family Pittosporaceae known by several common names, including Australian laurel, Japanese pittosporum, mock orange and Japanese cheesewood. It is native to Japan, China, Taiwan, and Korea, but it is used throughout the world as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as cut foliage.

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 tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' 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 tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough'

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 tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough'?

Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' need?

Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' 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 tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' hardy in the UK?

Pittosporum tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough' 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 tobira 'Tall 'n' Tough'?

Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.

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