Botanical Name: Pittosporum tobira 'Variegata'
Common Name: Variegated mock orange Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape erect, full, rounded; becomes more open and spreading with age unless pruned; can become angular and uneven Height 3' - 6' (15') Spread equal + Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors prefers full sun, tolerates any exposure Soil best in well draining soil, tolerates most any soil Hardiness hardy (zones 8-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate or whorled, obovate-oblong, revolute, pale green with white edges, 2" - 4" long Flowers creamy white, fragrant, 1/2" across, mostly terminal panicles; March - July Fruit greenish tan, rounded capsule, 1/2" - 3/4" Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: excellent filler or hedge material for its light colored foliage; formal borders, informal clustered plantings; good for most landscape styles Landscape Care: Watering occasional deep soak preferred; tolerates regular watering or drought Fertilizing balanced in spring Pruning anytime to shape desired Pests/Diseases aphids, sooty mold, powdery mildew Special Conditions/Other Origin: Japan/China Family: Pittosporaceae Notes: |
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