Pittosporum tobira 'Tall and Tough'
Japanese mock-orange
Evergreen Shrub
Japanese mock orange (Pittosporum tobira 'Tall and Tough') is a tough and reliable evergreen shrub. The leathery foliage looks great year-round and is an excellent plant for providing structure in your garden. In spring, fragrant blooms provide heady scent.
Growing Conditions
Zone:
7, 8, 9, 10
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun, Afternoon Sun, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun
Water Needs:
Average
Description
Size: 60 - 96 tall x 48 - 96 wide
Shape / Form:
Rounded
Foliage Texture:
Medium
Foliage Quality:
Medium
Features: Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Attractive Foliage, Fragrant, Winter Interest
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Ivory / Cream
Bloom Season:
May,
Spring,
Summer
Uses and Applications
Landscape Uses:
Banks and Slopes, Hedges and Screens, Mixed Border, Small Gardens, Structure / Foundation
More Design Considerations
Season of Interest:
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-round Interest, Late Spring / Early Summer
Position / Role:
mid-plane filler
Collections:
Plants That Earn Their Keep
Care and Maintenance
Maintenance Level:
low
Plant Combos
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Sun-loving Plant Combo Colorful Flowers and Great Foliage
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Saving Water, Year-round Interest
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun
Zone: 7, 8 -
Plant Combo with Great Structure for a Sunny Site
Focus: Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Year-round Interest
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Part Sun, Full Shade
Zone: 8, 9 -
Drought-tolerant Foliage and Flower for a Sunny Spot
Focus: Mixed Border, Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Saving Water, Year-round Interest, Hellstrip / Parking Strip, Native and Habitat
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat
Zone: 8, 9 -
Drought Tolerant and Reliable Plants for a Sunny Spot
Focus: Mixed Border, Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Saving Water, Year-round Interest, Hellstrip / Parking Strip, Privacy and Screening
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun
Zone: 7, 8