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Pittosporum tobira 'Nanum'
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Description
Pittosporum tobira 'Nanum' is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit and glossy dark green leaves. It is well suited for borders, containers or as a low hedge, providing all-year-round greenery with a neat appearance.
This plant generally prefers full sun to part shade and is considered hardy in many parts of the UK. 'Nanum' is relatively low maintenance and adds architectural interest to garden spaces, though it may produce small cream flowers occasionally that are subtle rather than showy.
Plant information
| Genus | Pittosporum |
|---|---|
| Species | tobira |
| Cultivar | Nanum |
| Plant type | Shrub |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 0.5 - 1 m |
| Spread | 1 - 1.5 m |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Toxicity (Guide Only) | Safe |
| Last listed | 2026-06-25 |
Position
Full SunPart Shade
Flower colour
Cream
Flowering months
AprMay
Season of interest
SpringWinter
Features
Suitable for PotsLow MaintenanceWinter Interest
Soil
Any SoilChalkSandLoamWell DrainedNeutralAlkaline