Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Gold Sheen'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'
W: 4'

planting zones

8a-10b

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Gold Sheen' plant details

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Gold Sheen' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring black and red flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Gold Sheen'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: black and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Gold Sheen'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful evergreen shrub with bright foliage -- wavy, golden-green, white-edged leaves on black stems! -- making this New Zealand pittosporum a bright spot in the garden. To about 10' tall x 4' wide, but easily trimmed to a smaller size. Prefers well-drained soil in sun to part shade with little summer water once established. New to us but we expect cold hardiness in mid to upper USDA zone 8, 15 to 20 °F in any freeze of long duration. We do know it makes a great container plant and enjoys life on the coast. Sadly, intolerant of humid summers.