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(Pittosporum tobira)

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Description

This evergreen shrub or small tree grows to 15 ft. and has glossy, leathery leaves. It is frost hardy and heat resistant in Phoenix, blooming in March with clusters of creamy white flowers and bright orange-red fruit.  Mock Orange has a pleasant orange scent.  Pictured is Mock Orange that has been trimmed as a hedge.

Plant Information

Plant Type

Hedge, Shrub

Origin

Japan

Size (H x W)

5' x 5'

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Medium

Flower Color

Creamy White

Flower Season

Spring