Pittosporum Irene Paterson, also known as Kohuhu and holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit is a beautiful evergreen shrub that is prized for its glossy, dark green foliage and delicate, white flowers that bloom in the Spring. The plant is perfect for use as a hedge, screen, or as a specimen plant in a garden bed. The dense growth habit of the Irene Paterson makes it an ideal choice for privacy and wind protection.
This shrub grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that is low maintenance and easy to care for. It can reach a height of 1.5 metres and a width of 1 metre, making it a great size for any garden.
When planting, it’s essential to provide it with the proper soil conditions and enough space to grow. Pruning should be done in late Winter or early Spring to shape the plant and encourage new growth.
The Pittosporum Irene Paterson is a great choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, evergreen shrub that can provide year-round foliage and delicate white flowers. Its dense growth habit makes it perfect for privacy and wind protection. Its glossy, dark green leaves are sure to add a touch of elegance to any garden.
Looking After Your Pittosporum Irene Pattersen
Pittosporum are generally pest and disease free, although sometimes troubled by leaf spot or powdery mildew. An easy to care for plant and suitable to grow in many if not all locations, preferring a sunny position which also encourages the plentiful production of its flowers and although frost hardy, some winter protection from very cold, drying winds may be required. Very little pruning is necessary and any shaping or removal of dead or damaged branches should ideally be done after the flowering period. The use of a good general purpose fertiliser is best done early Spring.
