Shimmering small silvery leaves on near-black stems — a fast, narrow, frost-hardy screen that filters wind and doubles as elegant cut foliage.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 4 m H × 1.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'
Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen' is a fast-growing shrub in the Pittosporaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 1.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen and silver-grey foliage.
Where to grow Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 90 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' in the garden
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, a feature or specimen planting, cut flowers for the vase and a windbreak.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
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