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Pittosporum eugenioides

Tarata, Lemonwood

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Description

An evergreen upright shrub or small tree that typically grows to 25 feet tall and 15 feet wide with glossy, light to medium green, 2- to 4-inch-long lanceolate leaves that have wavy margins and pale midribs. Clusters of honey scented, yellow flowers are on a branched inflorescence in spring. Plant in full coastal sun to light shade inland - does not do well in full sun inland and even in Southern California, it does best when planted in part sun. Irrigate regularly to occasionally. Hardy to around 20°F. A good tall screening plant, particularly in cooler areas such as the bay area. May have poisonous parts.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust the water pressure of you irrigation system.

Spray sprinklers work best at 30 pounds per square inch (psi), and gear and impact rotor sprinklers at 40-60 psi.