Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum works in an:

• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 80cm - 1.2m

Mature Width: 80cm - 1.2m

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum is expected to grow 15cm - 35cm per year under suitable conditions.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum is expected to grow 15cm - 35cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

• Slow Growth Rate
• Medium Growth Rate

Is Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum frost tolerant?

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ produces small dark purple fragrant flowers during spring, although the blooms are generally subtle against the dense foliage. The plant is primarily valued for its naturally rounded compact growth habit and fine-textured evergreen foliage.

Does Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

Flower Colour:

Purple

No

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum is Native to Derived from New Zealand Pittosporum tenuifolium breeding and compact landscape selections.

Its dense evergreen foliage provides valuable shelter and habitat for beneficial insects and small birds throughout the year. Seasonal flowers may also attract pollinators including bees, supporting biodiversity within ornamental and low-maintenance landscapes.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate a wide range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Is Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’ – Golf Ball Pittosporum Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish healthy dense growth, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Golf Ball’ shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports stronger foliage quality and vigour.