FloridaLandscapeIQ
Japanese Pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira) growing in South Florida
Grade Florida #1

Japanese Pittosporum — South Florida Plant Guide

Pittosporum tobira

Family: Pittosporaceae · Shrub

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

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

formal privacy hedgefoundation plantingfragrant gardenwindbreakspecimen

Etikèt Estil

formaltraditionalfragrantmediterranean

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low2/10

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

Low-moderate water. 1-2x per week dry season once established. Very drought tolerant. Excellent once established.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandylimestoneloamclay

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

Schedule: February and September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (6/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
615 ft
Lajè Matire
510 ft
Vitès Kwasans
moderate
Bezwen Dlo
2/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$$
Zòn USDA
8, 9, 10a, 10b
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
6/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Japanese Pittosporum nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Japanese Pittosporum grow in South Florida?

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

Is Japanese Pittosporum safe for pets?

Japanese Pittosporum is not safe for pets. Pittosporum seeds and possibly leaves mildly toxic to pets. Precautionary disclosure to pet owners.

How much water does Japanese Pittosporum need in South Florida?

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

Can Japanese Pittosporum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Japanese Pittosporum has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Japanese Pittosporum available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC listed.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Good Broward formal hedge alternative to Ligustrum.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

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

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Good Collier formal shrub.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed but less commonly available in Monroe County..

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Referans konplè òdonans disponib pou abòne Pwofesyonèl. Toujou verifye egzijans konte aktyèl anvan enstalasyon.

Bezwen yon Fich Espesifikasyon?

Ekspòte yon PDF pou kliyan ak espesifikasyon Nòt Florida, estati legal konte ak risk echèk. Disponib pou abòne Pwofesyonèl.

Jenere Fich Espesifikasyon →

Ask about Japanese Pittosporum

Get answers grounded in UF/IFAS research and South Florida landscape data.