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Marjorie Channon Pittosporum
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Marjorie Channon'
Pronunciation: pit-oh-SPOR-um ten-yoo-ih-FOH-lee-um
SKU #01684
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | Light green leaves with cream-colored margins on black stems form a bushy hedge or specimen. A slow grower that is easily maintained as a low hedge or to formal accent to tall hedges. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring and summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Blue Oat Grass (Helictotrichon); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Agapanthus (Agapanthus) |
| Care Instructions | Provide average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | Light green leaves with cream-colored margins on black stems form a bushy hedge or specimen. A slow grower that is easily maintained as a low hedge or to formal accent to tall hedges. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring and summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Blue Oat Grass (Helictotrichon); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Agapanthus (Agapanthus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Marjorie Channon Pittosporum produce flowers?
Spring and summer
Is Marjorie Channon Pittosporum evergreen or deciduous?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Marjorie Channon Pittosporum?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form.
Is Marjorie Channon Pittosporum resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Marjorie Channon Pittosporum grow?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Marjorie Channon Pittosporum in my landscape?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum is suitable for: Border, Hedge.
What color are Marjorie Channon Pittosporum flowers?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum produces Brown flowers.
What color is the foliage of Marjorie Channon Pittosporum?
Marjorie Channon Pittosporum has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Marjorie Channon Pittosporum?
Good companion plants for Marjorie Channon Pittosporum include: Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Blue Oat Grass (Helictotrichon); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Agapanthus (Agapanthus).
How do I care for Marjorie Channon Pittosporum?
Provide average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
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