pittosporum
Pittosporum illicioides
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 11
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
watering
Pittosporum (Pittosporum illicioides) should be thoroughly watered once a week. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Water the soil until a good amount of water comes out of the drainage hole at the bottom of the pot. Allow the soil to dry slightly between watering. If the soil becomes extremely dry, water the plant more frequently.
sunlight
Pittosporum (Pittosporum illicioides) is a species of plant that prefers full sun for most of the day. When grown in the wild or in the landscape, this species should receive at least 8 or more hours of direct sunlight every day. In addition to the direct sunlight, pittosporum can also benefit from some reflected light or bright, indirect light. In some instances where the sun is strong, Pittosporum may need partial shade to protect it from the intense sunlight.
pruning
Pittosporum (Pittosporum illicioides) is best pruned when actively growing--usually in late spring or early summer. Lightly prune by removing unwanted stems and shaping the shrub. Remove no more than 1-third of the total foliage. For areas with heavy winds or snow, a light pruning in fall is a good idea. Pittosporum responds well to shearing, so feel free to clip off the ends of branches for a more sculpted look. Regularly prune away any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. This will help keep the plant healthy and looking its best.
