Pittosporum ten. Gold Star

Pittosporum ten. Gold Star

Why Buy Me?

• Evergreen shrub
• Variegated leaves
• Ideal for hedging

Growing Conditions

• Light:
  Full sun to partial shade. Best variegation develops in full sun, but the plant tolerates light shade.

• Soil:
  Well-drained soil. Performs well in loam, chalk, or sandy soils with neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions.

• Exposure:
  Sheltered position preferred. Protect from cold, drying winds and hard frost, especially in colder regions.

• Drought Tolerance:
  Moderate. Drought-tolerant once established, though benefits from occasional deep watering during dry periods.

Cultivation & Care

• Planting Time:
  Spring or early autumn, when the soil is warm and workable.

• Spacing:
  Space 1–1.5 metres (3–5 feet) apart depending on mature size and planting use (hedge, screen, or specimen).

• Watering & Fertilization:
  Water regularly during the first season. Once established, water during prolonged dry spells. Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer to support healthy growth.

• Mulching & Pruning:
  Apply mulch in spring to retain moisture and reduce weeds. Prune lightly in late spring or summer to maintain a neat shape or for topiary. Can be clipped for hedging.

• Propagation:
  Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in late summer using rooting hormone and bottom heat for best success.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring:
  Bright green new growth emerges with striking yellow-green variegation and a compact habit.

• Summer:
  Evergreen foliage forms a dense, rounded shape. Small, purple-black, honey-scented flowers may appear but are often subtle.

• Autumn:
  Foliage maintains colour and adds contrast to borders and mixed plantings.

• Winter:
  Evergreen. Maintains form and colour, offering structure and interest during colder months.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Wildlife:
  Flowers attract pollinators such as bees. Dense growth offers shelter to small birds and insects.

• Garden Use:
  Ideal for low hedges, formal planting, mixed borders, containers, or as a specimen shrub. Suitable for coastal gardens, contemporary landscapes, and architectural designs.

• Companion Plants:
  Pairs well with other evergreens like Hebe, Euonymus, and Choisya. Contrasts nicely with ornamental grasses and flowering perennials such as Salvia, Geranium, and Nepeta.

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