Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' Plant 3Ltr Pot
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Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' Plant 3Ltr Pot
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb' Plant – 3Ltr Pot
Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub with striking dark purple foliage and a naturally rounded form. Its rich colour contrast and tidy habit make it an ideal choice for borders, containers, or low-maintenance garden structure.
Key Features
- Deep purple evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
- Compact, rounded growth habit ideal for smaller gardens
- Light green young shoots contrast beautifully with mature leaves
- Thrives in well-drained soil including chalk, loam, or sand
- Suitable for full sun or partial shade in a sheltered spot
- Excellent for pots, edging, or colour contrast in borders
Product Description
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb' is admired for its richly coloured deep purple leaves, which retain their colour throughout the year, offering bold contrast against green foliage in mixed plantings. In spring and summer, new growth emerges in a bright lime green, gradually darkening to a rich plum-purple.
This slow-growing shrub reaches around 1 metre in height and spread, making it ideal for small borders, patio containers, or mass planting. Its naturally rounded habit means it requires little to no pruning, making it a great choice for low-maintenance gardens or formal design schemes. Though not known for its flowers, its foliage colour alone provides plenty of impact all year round.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Tom Thumb'
- Common Name: Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb'
- Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
- Foliage: Deep purple with green new growth
- Ultimate Height: 0.5 – 1 metre
- Ultimate Spread: 0.5 – 1 metre
- Time to Ultimate Size: 10 – 20 years
- Position: Full sun or partial shade
- Aspect: East-facing or west-facing
- Exposure: Sheltered
- Soil Type: Chalk, loam, sand
- Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained or well-drained
- Soil pH: Acidic, neutral, or alkaline
- Hardiness: H4 – Hardy in most parts of the UK (tolerates down to -10°C)
Care Tips
- Choose a sheltered spot to protect from strong winds
- Plant in well-drained soil, enriched with compost if needed
- Water regularly during the first season to establish roots
- Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and improve soil quality
- Prune lightly in early spring if shaping is needed
- Protect from severe frost in colder areas
Compact, colourful, and easy to grow, Pittosporum 'Tom Thumb' is a perfect choice for modern planting schemes, container gardens, or anyone looking for year-round colour with minimal effort. A stylish addition to any garden or a thoughtful gift for a keen gardener.
The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions, and bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.
Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.
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About Us
About Us
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Delivery
Delivery
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We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
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- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
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- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
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Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
Still have questions?
Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
