Description
Pittosporum nigrescens – Elegant Foliage for Sophisticated Gardens
Pittosporum nigrescens is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree, native to parts of southern Africa. It’s prized for its glossy, deep green to bronze-tinged foliage and dense, upright growth habit, making it an excellent choice for screening, hedging, or structural planting in formal and informal gardens alike.
With a naturally neat form and adaptability to pruning, it provides year-round interest and is especially valued in water-wise and coastal gardens.
Key Features:
Glossy dark green to purplish foliage
Dense, upright growth – ideal for privacy and windbreaks
Tolerates clipping and shaping
Evergreen and low-maintenance
Growing Conditions:
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soils; tolerates a range of soil types
Watering: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established
Climate: Thrives in temperate to subtropical zones; suitable for coastal gardens and wind-exposed areas
Maintenance: Clip lightly to maintain shape; prune harder in late winter to rejuvenate
Size: Typically grows 2–4 metres tall but can be pruned to desired height and width.
Landscape Uses:
Formal or informal hedges and screens
Structural specimen planting
Windbreaks in exposed sites
Coastal gardens and water-wise landscapes
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