Pittosporum ralphii is a hardy, evergreen native shrub or small tree ideal for hedging, screening, and native planting projects across New Zealand. Known for its narrow grey-green leaves and clusters of reddish-pink flowers in spring to early summer and upright form, well suited to hedging, shelter belts, and riparian plantings due to its tolerance of wind, frost, drought, and a range of soil conditions. it typically grows to 4–6 metres tall and 3–4 metres wide
Pittosporum crassifolium "Ralphii"
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Botanical Name Pittosporum crassifolium Maori Name kaikaro or kihiki Common Name Pittosporum ralphii Family Pittosporaceae Type Evergreen shrub / small tree Origin Endemic to New Zealand — widespread throughout both the North and South Islands Mature Height 5m Mature Spread Approximately 2 m Sun Requirements Full sun to part shade Soil Prefers light, well-drained soils; avoid consistently damp or waterlogged conditions Flowering Spring — Fragrant burgundy flowers Wind Tolerance Excellent — tolerates wind and salt spray; suitable for coastal sites Frost Tolerance Hardy Drought Tolerance Good — tolerates drought and dry soils Growth Rate Relatively fast — can reach 5m within ten years Maintenance Very low — tolerates heavy clipping Conservation Status Not Threatened
