Pittosporum

SEASONALITY
➜ Available Year-Round

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Greenery, Foliage

VASE LIFE
➜ Long-Lasting

FOLIAGE SIZE
➜ Variety Dependent
➜ 1–3in+

STEM LENGTH
➜ 40–90cm

➜ Pittosporum can comfortably remain dry-packed in the cooler for up to 2–3 days before processing

➜ Give stems a fresh cut and allow several hours of hydration before designing whenever possible

➜ Let the natural branching do the work—a few stems often provide surprising fullness without needing to over-green an arrangement

➜ Break up individual branching laterals from larger stems to soften greenups, centerpieces, and bud vases while making each bunch stretch farther

➜ Pittosporum performs beautifully in fresh arrangements, floral foam, garlands, and everyday event work

➜ Save the smallest tips for finishing touches—they're perfect for tucking around focal flowers and covering mechanics without looking forced

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Excellent longevity
♡ Highly versatile
♡ Reliable year-round availability
♡ Great coverage and movement

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Rarely receives recognition
✗ Not considered "trendy"
✗ Often overshadowed by flashier greens
✗ Has trained three generations of greenery

Why has pittosporum been a florist favorite for so long?
➜ It's incredibly dependable—beautiful branching, excellent vase life, and easy-to-use stems make it one of those greens designers reach for again and again

Is pittosporum meant to be noticed?
➜ Not necessarily—its job is to create a polished framework that lets the flowers shine, which is exactly why it's become such a staple in floral design

Would you choose pittosporum over eucalyptus?
➜ If you're looking for lush greenery without the silvery tones or distinctive fragrance of eucalyptus, pittosporum is an excellent choice that blends seamlessly into almost any color palette

Does pittosporum work in both modern and garden-style designs?
➜ Absolutely—its balanced shape is one of its greatest strengths, making it equally at home in loose, romantic arrangements and cleaner, more contemporary work

☆ One of the most versatile greens available
☆ Excellent coverage and structure
☆ Works in traditional, garden, and modern designs
☆ Great flower-to-dollar value
☆ Quietly holding the entire arrangement together

☆ Roses
☆ Hydrangea
☆ Lisianthus
☆ Spray Roses
☆ Carnations
☆ Alstroemeria
☆ Lilies

☆ Pittosporum is native to regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands, with different species offering a wide variety of leaf shapes and colors

☆ The name Pittosporum comes from Greek words meaning "pitch seed," referring to the sticky coating that naturally surrounds its seeds

☆ For generations, florists have relied on pittosporum as one of the industry's most versatile foundational greens because it complements virtually every flower without competing for attention