Pittosporum tobira 'Miss Muffett'
Pittosporum tobira ‘Miss Muffett‘ is a compact form of the evergreen shrub Pittosporum tobira. It showcases glossy, dark green foliage and produces fragrant, creamy white flowers in late spring.
Cultural
Harsh afternoon sun can burn or yellow the leaves. Once established, Pittosporum ‘Miss Muffett‘ can tolerate light frosts and mild coastal conditions
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil.
Aspect:
Full sun to part shade.
Maintenance:
Prune lightly, from spring until autumn, to maintain size and shape. Apply a slow-release fertiliser in early spring and autumn to promote healthy growth.
Water Requirements:
Drought tolerant once established but will benefit from occasional supplementary watering.
Seasonal Interest:
Spring flowering, year round foliage interest.
Landscape Uses
Ideal for low hedges, in mixed borders, or mass planted to create a captivating mounding effect. Its salt tolerance makes it a perfect choice for coastal gardens; plant with other coastal favourites such as Casuarina glauca ‘Greenwave‘ pbr and Laurus nobilis ‘Miles Choice‘.
Dimensions
Height to 1.0m
Width to 1.5m
Width to 1.5m