Japanese pittosporum

Japanese pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'Variegatum') should be watered every 3 - 4 days depending on weather conditions and growth season. Aim to keep the soil lightly moist and do not let it become dry until the next watering. Check soil before watering and adjust the frequency accordingly. In hot summer months, water the plant more frequently. In colder winter months, water less frequently, 1 - 2 times a week.

Japanese pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'Variegatum') is a plant species that prefers a spot with full sun, or at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day. It prefers full sun during the morning and late afternoon, with a possible break between midday and afternoon sunlight periods. This plant should be kept out of the wind and away from trees and other obstacles that can provide a shady spot that would reduce the amount of sunlight it receives. During the summer months, Japanese pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'Variegatum') should receive at least 6-8 hours of sunlight for optimal growth. In areas with extreme heat, some light shade may be necessary to protect the plant from burn damage.

Japanese pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'Variegatum') should be pruned in spring or early summer, usually after flowering has finished. This shrub should be lightly pruned to maintain a desired size and shape, as it will otherwise grow large and out of control. Pruning should involve removing any leggy or overcrowded branches, as well as any damaged or dead branches. It is also suggested to lightly reduce the size of any longer branches by up to a third. Older shrubs that have become overgrown should be pruned more heavily to create a more pleasing shape.