Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum
Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum
Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum
Lemonwood, Tarata
Re-shipping order. Beautiful vine-plant specimen with well-rooted and ramified growth. Variegated foliage with new leaves showing a greener shade. Well-packaged. Plant as soon as received in a pot, in partial shade, accompanied by a Pittosporum Heaven Scent to stagger the flowering. Looking forward to its establishment and the next fragrant flowering.
Nathalie F., 20/05/2023
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Description
Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum, sometimes locally called Lemonwood, is a large evergreen shrub from New Zealand, not very hardy, but with many qualities, which should make it very welcome in our gardens spared by heavy frosts. Much less known than its relative Pittosporum tobira, widely planted as a hedge on our Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, this lemonwood offers even more fragrant spring flowers and a more elegant variegated scented foliage than that of its cousin. Resistance to drought and cold for these two species are comparable, and they appreciate the same growing conditions. Very useful in a dry or seaside garden, this pittosporum grows quickly and can withstand pruning. It can be inserted into an informal hedge or a large shrub bed.
Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum is a shrub from the Pittosporaceae family. Its non-variegated ancestor is native to the mountains of New Zealand. Rather conical in its early years, it eventually forms a large dense and oval bush, even a small tree reaching 5 to 6 m (16 to 20ft) in height and 3 to 4 m (10 to 13ft) in width. Its dimensions will be more modest and its growth will be slower in Mediterranean areas. Its bark is grey. Its black-coloured branches bear bright olive green leaves margined with creamy white edges. They are alternate, entire, ovate, thin but leathery, with undulate edges. They are medium-sized, reaching 5 to 12 cm (2 to 5in) in length and 2.5 to 4 cm (1 to 2in) in width. When crushed, the leaves release a strong citrus fragrance, which has earned this bush its nickname of lemonwood. Flowering occurs from late April to June, depending on the climate. The small flowers, 5 to 6 mm (1in) in diameter, pale yellow-green in colour, emit a sweet fragrance reminiscent of honey. They are gathered in clusters that appear at the end of the branches and are followed in autumn by the formation of a few fruits. These are small ovoid capsules, about 3 to 7 mm (1in) long. The name Pittosporum comes from the Greek pitta, resin, and sporos, seed.
Hardy down to -10 °C in well-drained soil, Pittosporum eugenoides Variegatum requires a light, fertile soil, not too wet in winter, a warm position, sunny or even shaded in the afternoon in hot climates, and protected from cold and dry winds. It tolerates salt spray, which allows it to be used in a seaside garden. It can also be planted at the back of a flower bed. To accompany it, consider other Pittosporums (P. heterophyllum, daphniphylloides, tobira Variegatum), Pistacia lentiscus, Olearia, Mytus, Oleander, escallonias... A little further from the sea, it will also accompany Eleagnus, Pineapple Broom (Cytisus battandieri) or the Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia).
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Pittosporum
eugenoides
Variegatum
Pittosporaceae
Lemonwood, Tarata
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Pittosporum eugenoides 'Variegatum' should preferably be planted in spring in a cool climate, or in September-October in a dry and hot climate. Plant it in a fertile, light, dry, not too chalky and well-drained soil. Its roots dislike waterlogged soils in winter. When planting, mix leaf compost and coarse sand with your garden soil at a ratio of 50%. Water your plant generously once or twice a week to promote growth. Under these conditions, it will withstand short frosts of around -10°C (14°F), when sheltered from prevailing winds. Plant it along a south-facing wall in regions with harsh winters. Under a cooler climate, cover it with a winter veil or shelter it in a frost-free veranda for the winter season. To help it branch out during the first years of planting, pinch the young shoots. In mature subjects, trim the branches that appear disheveled at the end of the growing season. It is quite possible to shape it into a ball or a hedge, as it tolerates pruning very well, even severe pruning. In summer, watering will be necessary for the establishment of the plant during heatwaves and drought. This should be plentiful but spaced out, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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