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Variegated Pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'Variegata') growing in South Florida
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Variegated Pittosporum — South Florida Plant Guide

Pittosporum tobira 'Variegata'

Family: Pittosporaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Agua

Low2/10

Once established (12–18 months), Variegated Pittosporum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Low-moderate water. 1-2x per week dry season once established.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release.

Schedule: February and September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
512 ft
Ancho Maduro
48 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
slow-moderate
Demanda de Agua
2/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
8, 9, 10a, 10b
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Variegated Pittosporum grow in South Florida?

Variegated Pittosporum has a slow-moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Variegated Pittosporum safe for pets?

Variegated Pittosporum is not safe for pets. Same mild pet toxicity as species. Precautionary disclosure.

How much water does Variegated Pittosporum need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Variegated Pittosporum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Variegated Pittosporum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Variegated Pittosporum has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Variegated Pittosporum available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Variegated Pittosporum is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed..

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Outstanding cold hardiness — very reliable Palm Beach County.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed..

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability in Keys.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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