Japanese Mock Orange

Japanese Mock Orange

5 Gallon
$46.90
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Japanese Mock Orange

Pittosporum tobira

Glossy evergreen foliage and sweet orange-scented flowers create beautiful, year-round privacy and garden structure.

$46.90
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Description

Japanese Mock Orange (Pittosporum tobira) is a versatile evergreen shrub prized for its dense, rounded form, glossy dark green foliage, and wonderfully fragrant flowers. Its thick, leathery leaves create a lush appearance throughout the year, while clusters of small, creamy white blossoms release a sweet orange-like fragrance in spring. Naturally bushy and tolerant of pruning, this attractive shrub makes an excellent privacy screen, hedge, or foundation planting. Its adaptable growth and year-round greenery also make it a reliable choice for coastal landscapes, Mediterranean-style gardens, and large patio containers.

Quick Facts

  • Foliage & Flowers: Evergreen, glossy dark green leaves; fragrant white spring flowers.
  • Mature Height: 10–12 ft.
  • Mature Spread: 10–12 ft.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate.
  • Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 8–11; Sunset Zones 8–24; H1, H2.
  • Light Requirement: Full sun, partial sun, or filtered sunlight.
  • Core Benefits: Fragrant flowers, dense evergreen foliage, privacy screening, and pruning tolerance.
  • Best Uses: Hedges, privacy screens, foundation plantings, coastal gardens, and patio containers.

Faqs

Q: When does Japanese Mock Orange bloom?

A: It typically blooms in spring, producing small creamy white flowers with a sweet fragrance reminiscent of orange blossoms.

Q: Is Japanese Mock Orange good for privacy hedges?

A: Yes. Its dense evergreen foliage and tolerance of pruning make it excellent for hedges and privacy screens.

Q: How much water does Japanese Mock Orange need?

A: Water regularly while establishing. Once established, provide moderate irrigation, allowing the soil to drain between waterings.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

Local delivery across the Bay Area — and beyond.

San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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