Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’Golf Ball Pittosporum
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' is an evergreen shrub known for its naturally compact, rounded form and dense, finely textured foliage. The small, glossy leaves are a bright, fresh green, creating a tidy, uniform appearance that resembles a carefully clipped topiary. This variety requires little to no pruning to maintain its neat, spherical shape, making it an excellent low-maintenance option for formal gardens, borders, or container plantings. In spring, 'Golf Ball' may produce small, inconspicuous dark purple flowers, adding a subtle touch of interest. Its versatility and year-round structure make it a popular choice for adding elegance and definition to any garden setting.
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' is an evergreen shrub known for its naturally compact, rounded form and dense, finely textured foliage. The small, glossy leaves are a bright, fresh green, creating a tidy, uniform appearance that resembles a carefully clipped topiary. This variety requires little to no pruning to maintain its neat, spherical shape, making it an excellent low-maintenance option for formal gardens, borders, or container plantings. In spring, 'Golf Ball' may produce small, inconspicuous dark purple flowers, adding a subtle touch of interest. Its versatility and year-round structure make it a popular choice for adding elegance and definition to any garden setting.
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' is an evergreen shrub known for its naturally compact, rounded form and dense, finely textured foliage. The small, glossy leaves are a bright, fresh green, creating a tidy, uniform appearance that resembles a carefully clipped topiary. This variety requires little to no pruning to maintain its neat, spherical shape, making it an excellent low-maintenance option for formal gardens, borders, or container plantings. In spring, 'Golf Ball' may produce small, inconspicuous dark purple flowers, adding a subtle touch of interest. Its versatility and year-round structure make it a popular choice for adding elegance and definition to any garden setting.
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Family: Pittosporaceae
Height: 2 to 4 feet
Width: 2 to 4 feet
Foliage color: Bright green
Flower color: Inconspicuous – dark purple
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Low
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain its rounded shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 8 to 10
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and other pollinators with its flowersThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
