| Pittosporum tobira
A very attractive evergreen shrub with large lustrous dark green leaves that are oblong in shape. has rather small, but wonderfully fragrant flowers occuring in April thru late May. Flowers are 5 petaled, and have a very fragrant orange blossom scent to them. This plant is best suited for warmer weather climates, rarely thriving in any zone colder than 7b - best suited for zones 8 & up. Very versatile shrub whose uses can include : mass plantings, foundations, group plantings under trees, hedge use, screens / borders, and also a very handsome choice for container growing on terraces or patios.
Height: 6-10 ft
Spread: 8-12 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate ( 6"-12" avg per year )
Hardiness Zones: (7b) 8-10
Sun Exposure: Full sun to heavy shade
Soil Preference: Average - will adapt a very wide range of soils. Needs good drainage
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