Pittosporum eugenioides Tarata

Common Name:
Lemonwood

Description:
Pittosporum eugenioides 'Tarata', commonly known as Lemonwood, is a fast-growing evergreen tree native to New Zealand. It is highly valued for its glossy, wavy-edged green leaves that emit a pleasant lemon scent when crushed. In spring, it produces clusters of small, pale yellow flowers with a sweet fragrance, attracting bees and other pollinators. This hardy tree thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of conditions, including coastal exposure and mild frosts. It is an excellent choice for screening, hedging, or as a specimen tree in Melbourne gardens due to its dense growth and low-maintenance nature.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 5-10 m
• Width: 3-5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Pale Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Bee Attracting
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Fast Growing

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Correa
• Leptospermum
• Westringia
• Callistemon
• Grevillea