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Pittosporum colensoi Hook.f. | rautawhiri

A hardy evergreen shrub, Pittosporum colensoi is distinguished by its densely foliated stems bearing small, shiny green leaves. It bursts into numerous small, purple flowers during summer and typically grows to 5 meters tall and 3 meters wide. This makes it a favored selection for coastal and native gardens, suitable for hedging, providing a backdrop for smaller plants, and offering shelter or screening. Compared to Pittosporum tenuifolium, this variety exhibits flatter, glossier leaves and more prominent flowers, though leaf shape isn't consistent across all plants. While naturally less compact, it shows greater tolerance for damp conditions.