Black Matipo/Kohuhu
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$4.00
Black Matipo/Kohuhu (Pittosporum tenuifolium) is a fast growing evergreen with dense attractive foliage. Due to high tolerance to wind, draught, frost and coastal conditions a key species for revegetation. Leaves are silvery - green with black twigs. Tiny dark flowers fill the evening air with honey-scented fragrance, important food source for bees.
Can be used as a backdrop for smaller plants, for shelter or screening, also be trimmed into hedge. Useful as riparian edge plant.
Height/Spread: 10 m/ 3 m
Leaves: vary, depending on the site (1-7 cm long)
Flowering Time: October-January
Growth Rate: Fast
Tolerates many soils apart from extreme wet. Likes well drained sites. The fragrance attracts moths and night flying insects, which supports pollination.
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RETURN & REFUND POLICY
Due to the nature of live plants, we do not accept general returns.
SHIPPING INFO
We are pleased to offer nationwide shipping for our native plants. Below are our shipping guidelines and rates:
Shipping Areas & Timeframes
- We ship across New Zealand, excluding offshore islands.
Packaging & Handling
- Plants are carefully packed to minimize damage during transit.
- Orders are sent in eco-friendly packaging where possible.
Shipping Costs
- Small Orders (e.g., 8 PB2 plants, OR 24 root trainer plants, OR 4 PB5 plants) – $28 freight
- Medium Orders (e.g., 2 cartons as above - 16 PB2’s etc or a mix) – $60 freight
- Larger orders will be calculated by our team and we will get back to you with best estimate
- Rural delivery may incur an additional fee.
Pick-Up Option
- Local customers can opt for free pick-up from Okarito Nursery.
UNDERSTANDING PLANT SIZES
What Does PB Mean?
We list plant sizes using terms like PB2 or Root Trainer, which refer to the container size. PB stands for “Planter Bag,” and the number equals the volume in pints (1 PB ≈ 568ml).
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R/T: Small, deep cells for strong roots—great for bulk/restoration.
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PB2: Small, established, easy to plant.
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PB5: Medium size, strong roots.
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PB8: Larger, more mature.
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PB12: Our biggest, for quick impact.
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