Pittosporum ten. 'Irene Paterson' - 25-30 CM C2

Description
The Schmalblättrige Klebsame 'Irene Patterson' (Pittosporum tenuifolium) is a dense, ovoid, evergreen small shrub with decorative, glossy, leathery, lanceolate, dark green/white leaves. The creamy white shoots are also an interesting sight. It also bears purple-red flowers from May to June. These produce black fruits. They exude a pleasant fragrance. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of around 2.5 metres and grows to around 1 metre wide.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * fragrant flowers * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * creamy white shoots * drought resistant

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of Schmalblättrige Klebsame 'Irene Patterson' are dark green/white, lanceolate, glossy, leathery. Creamy white shoots. With its pink foliage, it sets beautiful accents in winter.

Growth
Schmalblättrige Klebsame 'Irene Patterson' is a dense and ovoid growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 2.5 m and is approx. 0.8 - 1 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Over time, the soil loses some important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
The purple-red flowers appear from May to June. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Tub, solitary, winter garden

Root
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Irene Patterson' is a shallow-rooting plant.