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Pittosporum Green Pillar - Pittosporum tenuifolium Green Pillar

Name: Pittosporum Green Pillar - Pittosporum tenuifolium Green Pillar
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Pittosporum Green Pillar - 14cm
Price: 12.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

A fast growing evergreen shrub with glossy green foliage, ideal for hedging, screening and formal landscapes.

$12.95

Pot Size:

14cm

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Quick Facts

Position

It grows best in full sun to semi shade.

Size

Approx. 2m-4m H x 2m-4m W. Dense upright habit.

Water

Low water requirements once established.

Uses

Borders/Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Foliage Feature/Colour, Formal Garden, Hedging/Screening, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Container/Pots.

Description

Pittosporum tenuifolium Green Pillar is a vigorous evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth, glossy lime green foliage and strong screening ability. Its upright habit and tight foliage make it an excellent choice for hedging and privacy planting in both residential and commercial landscapes. Small dark flowers may appear in warmer months, adding subtle fragrance while the foliage delivers reliable year round structure.

Key Features:

Fast growing evergreen shrub suited to hedging and screening.
Glossy green foliage provides strong year round coverage.
Upright growth habit creates clean vertical structure.
Performs well in coastal and exposed conditions.
Suitable for formal gardens and large scale plantings.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: It prefers well drained soils and adapts to sandy or loam conditions.
Light: It grows best in full sun to semi shade.
Watering: Water during establishment and extended dry periods.
Fertiliser: Apply slow release fertiliser annually.
Maintenance: Regular trimming maintains dense hedge form.
Flowering: Insignificant, known for its foilage.

Landscaping Ideas

Pittosporum Green Pillar is ideal for privacy screening, boundary hedging and wind protection. It works well in formal gardens, coastal landscapes, mass planting schemes and as a vertical foliage feature in larger spaces.

Expert Tip

Light trimming once or twice a year keeps the hedge tight and uniform, although the plant naturally maintains a neat upright shape with minimal maintenance.

FAQ's

Is Pittosporum Green Pillar suitable for hedging?

Yes, it is widely used for tall dense hedges and screens.

Q: Does it tolerate coastal conditions?

Yes, it performs well in windy and coastal environments.

Q: Is it high maintenance?

It responds well to regular trimming but is otherwise easy to manage.

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 Green Pillar - Pittosporum tenuifolium Green Pillar

$12.95

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