PITTOSPORUM tenuifolium Tom Thumb

Pittospore nain à petites feuilles - Tom Thumb

Native to New Zealand, Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb is a compact evergreen cultivar renowned for its intense purple to near-black foliage and naturally rounded habit. With slow growth and excellent uniformity, it is particularly suited to low hedging, borders, contemporary mass plantings, and container cultivation, where strong colour contrast is required.

0,6 à 1 m x 0,6 à 1 m Compact, rounded, bushy

Evergreen Deep purple to dark purplish-black

Full sun to partial shade

from May to June Brownish purple

Down to -8 °C

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Characteristics of Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb

Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb is a dense, evergreen shrub with a naturally compact, rounded silhouette. Its glossy, oval foliage displays a rich purple colour that intensifies in full sun and during cooler periods. The slow, controlled growth ensures excellent consistency in group plantings and reduces maintenance requirements. In late spring, it produces small, brownish-purple flowers that are discreet and lightly fragrant. This cultivar also shows good tolerance to wind and coastal exposure in mild climates.

How to use Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb ?

This variety Tom Thumb is ideal for low formal hedges, edging, rock gardens, and container planting. Its dark foliage creates striking contrast when combined with light or silver-leaved plants, ornamental grasses, or bright flowering perennials. Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb integrates seamlessly into contemporary, urban, and architectural landscapes. Used in repetition or mass planting, it provides strong structure and rhythm throughout the year.

Growing tips for Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb

Plant Pittosporum tenuifolium Tom Thumb in well-drained, light soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid waterlogged conditions, particularly in winter. Planting is best carried out in spring or autumn, spacing plants 50 to 70 cm apart depending on the intended use. Full sun enhances foliage colour intensity. Water regularly during establishment, then moderately once established. Pruning is minimal and may be done lightly in spring to maintain shape. Mulching and an annual organic feed will support healthy growth and dense foliage.