Southern Living Mojo Pittosporum Live Shrub in 1.5-Gallon Grower Pot

Mojo Pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira 'CNI Three' PP16188) is a compact and versatile shrub from the Southern Living Plant Collection. It offers several compelling reasons to consider using it in your landscape design. With its attractive foliage, dense growth habit, and low-maintenance nature, Mojo Pittosporum can add beauty and interest to your garden. One of the main reasons to choose Mojo Pittosporum for your landscape is its compact size and neat growth habit. It typically reaches a mature height and width of 2 to 3 feet, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders, or containers. Its dense foliage and rounded form create a visually appealing and well-maintained appearance in your garden. Mojo Pittosporum is valued for its attractive evergreen foliage. The small, leathery leaves are glossy and feature a dark green color, providing a lush and vibrant backdrop for other plants or as a standalone feature. The foliage remains on the plant year-round, adding color and structure to your landscape even in winter. Caring for Mojo Pittosporum is relatively easy. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and foliage development. The shrub is adaptable to a range of soil types but prefers well-drained soil. It can tolerate dry conditions once established but benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry spells. Pruning requirements for Mojo Pittosporum are minimal. Light pruning can be done in early spring to shape the plant or remove any dead or unwanted branches. This helps maintain its compact form and encourages fresh growth. The shrub is generally low-maintenance and does not require extensive pruning to thrive. Fertilization is generally not necessary for Mojo Pittosporum. However, you can apply a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in spring if desired. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for application rates and methods. Avoid over-fertilization, as it can lead to excessive foliage growth and reduce the plant's compact form.