Pittosporum crassifolium 'Compactum'
Dwarf Karo
Description
Pittosporum crassifolium 'Nana' is an evergreen shrub. Can reach 2'-3' high with multiple colors of green in the foliage. Because of this quality, the plant is both an excellent foundation planting and accent plant.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).