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Blackstem Pittosporum

Pittosporum Tenuifolium

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Overview

The Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum tenuifolium) is an evergreen shrub, valued for its contrasting dark stems and vibrant green, glossy leaves. Mature plants reach 10 to 20 feet in height, with a similar spread. Tolerant of various soils, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10. Small, purple-hued flowers emit a subtle fragrance in late spring, enhancing its appeal in hedges or as a specimen plant, requiring minimal upkeep once established.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Subtropical

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — The Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum tenuifolium) is an evergreen shrub; tolerant of various soils, it

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Pittosporaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — requiring minimal upkeep once established; <br><br>In a landscape design, image 57

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — dark purple-black stems create a striking contrast to the wavy

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Low maintenance by nature; dark purple-black stems create a striking contrast to the wavy

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — enhancing its appeal in hedges or as a specimen plant; pittosporum tenuifolium thrives in USDA zones 8 to 10

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — dark purple flowers largely hidden by the foliage; purple flowers in the garden, image 68

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — scientifically known as Pittosporum tenuifolium

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Pittosporum tenuifolium thrives in USDA zones 8 to 10

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — requiring minimal upkeep once established; <br><br>In a landscape design

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any garden space it inhabits

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Tolerant of various soils, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — with a spread of 5 to 10 feet

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — honey-like fragrance when bruised.<br><br>In terms of climate preferences, image 63

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any garden space it inhabits; the Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — shrub for full; enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any garden space it inhabits

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Tolerant of various soils, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10; shrub for full

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — this species boasts a moderate growth rate and can be a striking addition as a screen; shrub with purple

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — is an elegant evergreen shrub renowned for both its architectural form and resilience; with a spread of 5 to

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — shrub for full

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — scientifically known as Pittosporum tenuifolium; mature plants reach 10 to 20 feet in height, image 58

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — <br><br>In a landscape design; yet these blossoms contribute to the beauty of this shrub with their sweet

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — purple-hued flowers emit a subtle fragrance in late spring; requiring minimal upkeep once established

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — requiring minimal upkeep once established

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Mature plants reach 10 to 20 feet in height, with a similar spread; dark purple flowers largely, image 53

Blackstem Pittosporum (Pittosporum Tenuifolium) — Mature plants reach 10 to 20 feet in height, with a similar spread

Photographs by 6 contributors

Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
https://identify.plantnet.org/weurope/species/Pittosporum%20tenuifolium%20Gaertn./data, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Michael Gaylard from Horsham, UK, CC BY 2.0 · source
Sarawawawa, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Don McCulley, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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