Pittosporum Silver Sheen

Aptly named, the foliage of Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' has a lustrous surface that glimmers in the sun and outshines the species. Silver Sheen Pittosporum is an extremely attractive, evergreen hedge that can be pruned as a wispy, privacy screen. Also known as Silver Sheen Kohuhu or Tawhiwhi, this is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can grow upwards to 15 ft. tall or more. 'Silver Sheen' has smaller leaves and is taller with a habit that is more open and loose compared to the original species, P. tenuifolium. The small glossy leaves on thin, black branches give Silver Sheen Pittosporum an airy texture and an ethereal beauty. This is no ordinary dense green shrub. This Pittosporum shrub shimmers with silver in sunlight when its polished green leaves sway in the breeze creating a dappled appearance. 'Silver Sheen' is versatile and very useful as a loose and lacy privacy screen, a tightly sheared boxed hedge, or as a specimen shrub with delicate, distinct foliage in its natural form. Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' works well with different architectural and garden styles but grows best in coastal regions with filtered light. Hot climates and full sun may stress this plant too much. Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' provides an abundance of beauty and interest to the landscape year-round. Create your own luxurious retreat with this posh Pittosporum.