Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Mojo’ | Mojo Pittosporum
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Mojo’ is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its green foliage edged with white, which provides year-round interest in the garden. Its dense, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding texture and contrast to landscapes. In late spring, small white flowers may appear, adding a subtle, pleasant fragrance to the air and enhancing the plant’s ornamental appeal.
Native to New Zealand, Pittosporum tenuifolium is valued for its hardiness and adaptability, and the ‘Mojo’ cultivar has been specifically bred for its low-maintenance nature and graceful variegation. Ideal for use in mixed borders, as a foundation planting, or in containers, ‘Mojo’ brings brightness and elegance to both formal and informal garden designs. Its versatile form and year-round color make it a reliable choice for a variety of settings.
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Mojo’ is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its green foliage edged with white, which provides year-round interest in the garden. Its dense, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding texture and contrast to landscapes. In late spring, small white flowers may appear, adding a subtle, pleasant fragrance to the air and enhancing the plant’s ornamental appeal.
Native to New Zealand, Pittosporum tenuifolium is valued for its hardiness and adaptability, and the ‘Mojo’ cultivar has been specifically bred for its low-maintenance nature and graceful variegation. Ideal for use in mixed borders, as a foundation planting, or in containers, ‘Mojo’ brings brightness and elegance to both formal and informal garden designs. Its versatile form and year-round color make it a reliable choice for a variety of settings.
DESCRIPTION
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Mojo’ is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its green foliage edged with white, which provides year-round interest in the garden. Its dense, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding texture and contrast to landscapes. In late spring, small white flowers may appear, adding a subtle, pleasant fragrance to the air and enhancing the plant’s ornamental appeal.
Native to New Zealand, Pittosporum tenuifolium is valued for its hardiness and adaptability, and the ‘Mojo’ cultivar has been specifically bred for its low-maintenance nature and graceful variegation. Ideal for use in mixed borders, as a foundation planting, or in containers, ‘Mojo’ brings brightness and elegance to both formal and informal garden designs. Its versatile form and year-round color make it a reliable choice for a variety of settings.
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Family: Pittosporaceae
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Foliage color: Variegated green with white margins
Flower color: Small, white fragrant flowers
Bloom time: Spring
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Maintenance: Low; occasional pruning to shape if desired
Growing zone: USDA Zones 8 to 10
Wildlife attractors: Bees and other pollinators
