Pittosporum tobira |
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Tobira, Japanese Pittosporum, Mock |
This large, dense, evergreen shrub or small tree has shiny dark green leaves. In the spring, clusters of small, cream-colored flowers appear with the fragrance of orange blossoms. Mock Orange can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is considered one of the most durable shrubs in California landscapes.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Brown, Green
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Irrigate early in the morning and/or late in the evening to reduce water loss due to evaporation and wind drift.