Pittosporum heterophyllum Quissac
Pittosporum heterophyllum Quissac
Pittosporum heterophyllum Quissac
Pittosporum heterophyllum Quissac
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Description
Pittosporum heterophyllum ‘Quissac’, selected in a French nursery, is an evergreen shrub appreciated for its very dense habit, its fragrant spring flowering, and its robustness. Its glossy dark green foliage forms an elegant backdrop in a hedge, in a container, or as a specimen. In late spring, its small cream to pale yellow bell-shaped flowers exude a sweet fragrance, attracting passers-by as well as pollinating insects. Perfectly suited to dry, Mediterranean, or coastal gardens, this pittosporum tolerates pruning well, even severe pruning, and is tolerant of soil conditions.
Pittosporum heterophyllum, of the Pittosporaceae family, is a shrub native to southwestern China (provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Xizang) where it grows in forests, on slopes, and near watercourses between 800 and 3,000m altitude.
The cultivar ‘Quissac’ is a French horticultural selection from Quissac Nurseries, located in the Gard department. It differs from the type species, which can reach up to 3m in height and 1.8m in width, by a rounded, more compact silhouette, dense branching from the base, and more moderate growth. This shrub reaches 2.50 to 3m tall by 2 to 2.50m wide in open ground. In a large pot, it reaches between 1.50 and 2m. Its growth is moderately fast, estimated at 30-40cm per year. The simple, alternate, glabrous, and leathery leaves measure 5-6cm long by 2-3cm wide. They are obovate to lanceolate in shape, without toothed margins, dark glossy green. The flowers appear in clusters of 1 to 5 bell-shaped, cream to pale yellow blooms in May-June. They are very fragrant and attract pollinating insects. The fruit is a rounded capsule about 6mm in diameter, green then brownish, rarely seen in ornamental cultivation. Young stems are copper-brown and smooth, and the mature bark has a grey-brown colour.
Pittosporum 'Quissac' can be used as an alternative to boxwood in Mediterranean hedges or by the seaside. You can choose it to create an evergreen hedge that requires little maintenance. It can also be planted at the back of flower beds. You can associate it with Pistacia lentiscus, Chilean myrtle, dwarf photinias and other laurustinus. It will also accompany oleander, Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Compacta', the Japanese privet 'Korean Dwarf'... It can also be placed in a large container on a terrace to enjoy its divine fragrance and Mediterranean charm.
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Botanical data
Pittosporum
heterophyllum
Quissac
Pittosporaceae
Cultivar or hybrid, China
Planting and care
Plant Pittosporum heterophyllum 'Quissac' in spring in cold climates, or in September-October in mild climates, in fertile, light, not too calcareous and well-drained soil. Its roots dislike soil which is waterlogged in winter. At planting, mix leaf mould and coarse sand with your garden soil at a rate of 50%. Water generously once or twice a week to encourage establishment. Under these conditions, it will withstand short frosts down to about -15°C, sheltered from prevailing winds. Plant it along a south-facing wall in regions with harsh winters. In cooler climates, cover it with winter fleece or keep it in a frost-free conservatory over winter.
This plant has few enemies, but dislikes the combination of heat and soil moisture, responsible for the development of a deadly fungus. In summer, if watering is necessary for the plant's establishment during heatwaves and drought, it should be abundant but spaced out over time, allowing the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.