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Pittosporum Compact Miss Muffet - Pittosporum tobira Miss Muffet

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Pittosporum Compact Miss Muffet - Pittosporum tobira Miss Muffet

Name: Pittosporum Compact Miss Muffet - Pittosporum tobira Miss Muffet
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Pittosporum Compact Miss Muffet - -14cm
Price: 21.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

A compact, rounded, fragrant evergreen shrub ideal for low hedging, borders, small gardens and containers. Glossy foliage and spring flowers make it a versatile low-maintenance choice.

$21.95

Pot Size:

14cm

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Quick Facts

Position

Full Sun to Semi Shade, Flowers best with more light.

Size

Approx. 1-2m H x 1-2m W. Dense rounded habit.

Water

Low water requirements once established.

Uses

Low hedging, borders, coastal gardens, containers, fragrant spring interest.

Description

Miss Muffet is a compact cultivar of Pittosporum tobira, prized for its dense rounded form, glossy dark green foliage and sweetly fragrant creamy white flowers in spring. Its small size makes it ideal for low hedging, borders, patios and modern courtyard designs. Highly tolerant of coastal exposure, dry conditions and urban heat, Miss Muffet remains neat and attractive year round with minimal maintenance, offering strong foliage structure and seasonal floral interest.

Key Features:

Naturally compact, rounded growth habit that maintains a neat, balanced form with minimal trimming.
Glossy, dark green foliage provides year round structure and contrast against softer textured plants.
Produces fragrant creamy white spring flowers with a sweet honey like perfume that attracts pollinators.
High tolerant of coastal exposure, heat, wind and dry conditions, improving reliability across Melbourne suburbs.
Excellent low hedge or border plant for small gardens, narrow beds, patios and contemporary courtyard designs.
Versatile in pots or ground plantings, works equally well as a standalone feature or repeated in modern layouts.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: It prefers well drained soils but tolerates a range of conditions.
Light: It grows best in full sun to semi shade.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once mature it tolerates extended dry periods exceptionally well.
Fertiliser: Apply slow release fertiliser annually.
Maintenance: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape. Avoid heavy structural pruning unless rejuvenating older plants.
Flowering: Produces fragrant creamy-white spring flowers with a sweet honey like perfume that attracts pollinators.

Landscaping Ideas

Excellent for low hedges along pathways, patios, garden edges and contemporary courtyard spaces. Miss Muffet’s compact form suits small gardens, modern architectural landscapes and coastal plantings. Its glossy foliage pairs beautifully with Lomandra, Trachelospermum, Westringia and clipped Buxus shapes for balanced contrast.

Expert Tip

Allow plants to establish before pruning to encourage strong natural form and dense growth.

FAQ's

Q: How fast does Miss Muffet grow?

Moderate growth, forms a rounded 1m shrub within a few seasons.

Q: Can it be clipped into a low hedge?

Yes, trims very well and keeps an even, compact outline.

Q: Does it tolerate coastal conditions?

Yes, it handles coastal wind and salt exposure well.

Q: Are the flowers fragrant?

Yes, spring flowers have a sweet, honey-like fragrance.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest Pittosporum Compact Miss Muffet - Pittosporum tobira Miss Muffet

$21.95

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