Botanical Name: Pittosporum tobira 'Wheeler's Dwarf'
Common Name: Dwarf mock orange Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape low, dense mounded shrub; stiffly branched, usually forms a cushion shape: much wider than tall Height 2-4' Spread to 8' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full/partial sun Soil prefers loam soil, tolerates most any soil but heavy clay Hardiness some frost, (zones 14-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate-whorled, obovate-oval, bright green, 1-2" long Flowers small, yellow white tubular flowers in terminal panicles– very fragrant; not often seen if sheared Fruit small 5-valved capsule – fairly rare Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: excellent facer or low filler for dense, mounded shape rock gardens, borders, small landscapes Landscape Care: Watering regular; tolerates some drought when established Fertilizing as needed; chlorosis in heavy soil Pruning shear to maintain smooth form; can be left unpruned Pests/Diseases aphids, sooty mold Special Conditions/Other Origin: cultivar Family: Pittosporaceae Notes: |
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