Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Sunburst'

Sunburst Pittosporum

$24

PB6.5

Mature height:

3 - 4 m

Mature width:

1.5 - 2 m

A highly decorative, eye-catching native evergreen shrub with a tidy, upright pyramidal form. Features glossy, rounded leaves with a spectacular golden-yellow center surrounded by a rich, dark green outer border. Held in bold contrast against fine, jet-black stems.

Growing Conditions

Soil

Highly adaptable; thrives in most well-drained soils.

Sunlight

Full sun to light partial shade; bright light enhances variegation.

Flower

Small, dark, fragrant, bell-shaped flowers in spring.

Care & Maintenance

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Sunburst' is a radiant, variegated shrub that provides intense, golden, structural garden contrast.
• Prune firmly in spring to maintain compact shape.
• Remove any solid green leaf branch reversals promptly.
• Plant in sunny, well-draining soil for vibrant growth.
• Hardy against moderate frost and local wind conditions.

Common Uses for

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Sunburst'

Bright Privacy Hedge

Shears into a stunning, uniform, gold-and-green screen.

Modern Garden

Provides a clean, high-contrast, graphic, geometric element.

Topiary Focal Point

Excellent selection for clipping into highly defined, colour-variegated formal spheres or columns.

Structural Backdrop

Provides an essential, year-round, luminous anchor for beds.

Need Advice?

If you’re unsure whether this plant is right for your space, feel free to get in touch. We’re happy to help you with plant selection.

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We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.

All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.

38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra

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August - May:

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June - July:

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