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Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’
Golf Ball Pittosporum

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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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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.

 
  • 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 flowers

    This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

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