Pittosporum crassifolium 'Nana'
Cushion Karo
Description
Pittosporum crassifolium 'Nana' is an evergreen shrub. Can reach 2-3ft high with multiple colors of green in the foliage. Because of this quality the plant is both an excellent foundation planting and accent plant.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Width Range
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.