Pittosporum tobira 'Variegata'

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Variegated Tobira

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Engstrom/Sortomme

 

Description

This variegated evergreen shrub or small tree has creamy margins on its gray green leaves. In spring, clusters of small, cream-colored flowers appear with the fragrance of orange blossoms. Variegated Tobira is often used to brighten shaded areas.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, White, Variegated

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Brown, Green

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.