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Syn: Kōhūhū, Black Matipo

Pittosporum Little Kiwi

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Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Little Kiwi’, also known as Kōhūhū or Black Matipo, is a compact, evergreen, native New Zealand shrub prized for its dense, naturally rounded form and vibrant green foliage. It is ideal for low hedges, borders, topiary, or as a garden specimen. 

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Long Description: This dwarf pittosporum grows to approximately 60cm in height and width. It has naturally dense, bushy foliage, making it an excellent choice for formal hedges and borders. ‘Little Kiwi’ is known for its hardiness, tolerating full sun to partial shade, as well as frost, wind, and coastal conditions. It produces small, purple, fragrant flowers in the spring. 

Last Updated on September 23, 2025 by admin

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Cultivation Guide

  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. 
  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter is preferred. 
  • Water: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established. 
  • Hardiness: Tolerates frost, wind, and coastal conditions. 
  • Maintenance: Low; remove dead or damaged leaves to maintain appearance. 
  • Pruning: Best pruned in spring or summer, though minor trimming can be done anytime. 
  • Planting: Space plants 50-60cm apart for hedging or borders. 
  • Mulching: Use free-draining mulch like coco fibre matting, Earth Mat, or bark chips. 

Last Updated on September 23, 2025 by admin

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Unit

2.5 Litre HP

Grade

200mm

Annual Production

2000

Supplier

Payless Plants

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