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Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum
Pittosporum tobira 'Wheeler's Dwarf'
Pronunciation: pit-o-SPOH-rum to-BY-ra
SKU #06600
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide.
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| Description | This dwarf, rounded shrub is perfect as a low border, groundcover or container specimen. Prized for its dense, compact growth and glossy evergreen foliage. Occasionally produces small orange blossom-scented flowers. Requires little maintenance. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
| Design Ideas | In milder climates this is one of the most useful low-growing shrubs available. Plant it as a single specimen or in small groups. Short stature makes an ideal foundation planting under windows. With its spreading, dense foliage, it is also a great groundcover or filler beneath tree canopies, or between taller shrubs. Rich green color gives vibrancy to tropical plantings or Asian schemes. Use in a formal garden as edging or short hedges clipped into rigid forms. Also great in planter islands inside circular driveways where it will tolerate the reflected heat. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Blue Oat Grass (Heliotrichon); Loropetalum (Loropetalum) |
| Care Instructions | Easy to grow in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | This dwarf, rounded shrub is perfect as a low border, groundcover or container specimen. Prized for its dense, compact growth and glossy evergreen foliage. Occasionally produces small orange blossom-scented flowers. Requires little maintenance. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | In milder climates this is one of the most useful low-growing shrubs available. Plant it as a single specimen or in small groups. Short stature makes an ideal foundation planting under windows. With its spreading, dense foliage, it is also a great groundcover or filler beneath tree canopies, or between taller shrubs. Rich green color gives vibrancy to tropical plantings or Asian schemes. Use in a formal garden as edging or short hedges clipped into rigid forms. Also great in planter islands inside circular driveways where it will tolerate the reflected heat. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Blue Oat Grass (Heliotrichon); Loropetalum (Loropetalum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easy to grow in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. 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 Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum produce flowers?
Spring
Is Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum evergreen or deciduous?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum is Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Compact Form.
Is Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum grow?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum in my landscape?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover.
How can I use Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum in my garden design?
In milder climates this is one of the most useful low-growing shrubs available. Plant it as a single specimen or in small groups. Short stature makes an ideal foundation planting under windows. With its spreading, dense foliage, it is also a great groundcover or filler beneath tree canopies, or between taller shrubs. Rich green color gives vibrancy to tropical plantings or Asian schemes. Use in a formal garden as edging or short hedges clipped into rigid forms. Also great in planter islands inside circular driveways where it will tolerate the reflected heat.
What color are Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum flowers?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum?
Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum?
Good companion plants for Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum include: Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Blue Oat Grass (Heliotrichon); Loropetalum (Loropetalum).
How do I care for Wheeler's Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum?
Easy to grow in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
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