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. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 90 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' performs well with relatively little water once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
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. Its ongoing care level 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
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate as Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'
Plant Sale lists Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' as tube stock and potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
