Australian Laurel (Pittosporum Tobira) is a perennial shrub in the Pittosporaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade or heavy_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Pittosporum tobira is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with dense, compact to broad-spreading canopy, fragrant flowers, and tolerance to drought, heat, and salt spray.

Australian Laurel

Australian Laurel

Pittosporum Tobira

Pittosporum tobira is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with dense, compact to broad-spreading canopy, fragrant flowers, and tolerance to drought, heat, and salt spray.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, heavy_shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, specimen, container plant, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Australian Laurel

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pittosporaceae
Genus:Pittosporum