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Plant Profiles / Pittosporum 'Golf Ball'
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Pittosporum 'Golf Ball'
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' · Kohuhu
A naturally round shrub with fresh apple-green leaves. Forms neat balls without clipping.
Sun to part shadeLight
WeeklyWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Sun to part shade
ShadeFull sun
Adaptable.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Moderate.
Humidity
Average
LowHigh
Adaptable.
Temperature
-10–35°C (14–95°F)
CoolWarm
Hardy.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
60–90 cm.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Spring
RarelyOften
Slow-release.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
A New Zealand species selection. Tough and tidy, ideal for formal pots.
Best spots
Balcony pots, borders and low hedges.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Golf Ball' |
| Family | Pittosporaceae |
| Origin | New Zealand |
| Plant type | Shrub |
| Mature size | 60–90 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Apple-green |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Trim
Fertilise
TrimFertilise
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Sooty | Scale. |
| Yellow | Wet. |
| Sparse | Shade. |
| Brown | Dry. |
| Psyllids | Prune. |
Common questions
Clipping?
Rarely.
Pots?
Yes.
Pet safe?
Yes.
Size?
Under 1 m.
