Pittosporum Eugenioides (Lemonwood)
Description
Lemonwood (Pittosporum eugenioides), or tarata, is a top pick for fast shelter, biodiversity, and a touch of natural fragrance. With its glossy leaves, scented flowers, and tough nature, it’s a restoration essential.
Fast & Hardy: Quick to establish, providing shelter and structure for regenerating bush.
Pollinator Magnet: Sweetly scented yellow flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.
Soil Stabilizer: Strong roots help with erosion control on slopes and disturbed land.
How to Use It
- Ideal for shelterbelts, mixed native plantings, and erosion-prone areas.
- Pair with the restoration 'Forward Pack' (karamu, mānuka, kānuka, cabbage tree kohuhu and akeake) for a fast-growing, biodiverse mix.
- Low-maintenance— we recommend releasing in the Spring (maybe again in the Summer depending on weed growth), then let it thrive.
Lemonwood is a tough, beautiful, and wildlife-friendly tree that brings resilience and biodiversity to any restoration project. It grows into quite a large tree which allows other species to establish beneath it. Plant it and enjoy the scent of success!
Availability
| Standard - T28 | $2.50 + GST | 28 per tray | ~500mm tall |
| Medium - T40 | $2.00 + GST | 40 per tray | ~400mm tall |
| Large - T10 | $4.00 + GST | 10 per tray | ~700mm tall |
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E: adam@restorenative.co.nz
P: 021 724 181
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