Pittosporum tob. 'Variegatum' - P9

Description
The Japanese mock orange 'Variegata' (Pittosporum tobira) is an upright, broad, dense garden plant that produces white flowers with a strong fragrance. They appear from mid-April to June. The Japanese mock orange 'Variegata' also has lanceolate, dark green leaves with a white edge. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1.5 metres and grows to a width of approx. 1.2 metres.

Bulletpoints
* strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Japanese mock orange 'Variegata' are dark green, lanceolate and have a white margin.

Spread
China to Korea, Republic of.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Japanese mock orange 'Variegata' is upright, broad and dense in structure. Slow growing.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady 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
- The plant must be protected from winter moisture. - Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The white flowers appear from mid-April to June. They grow to around 2 - 2.5 cm and are strongly scented.

Use
Tub, privacy screen, solitary, winter garden