Pittosporum Irish Luck 5 Litre Pot

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Irish Luck’ – Glossy Dark Evergreen for Structure & Colour

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Irish Luck’ is a stylish evergreen shrub, admired for its glossy, dark green foliage and naturally tidy, upright habit. Its rich colour and fine texture make it a superb choice for adding year-round structure and depth to borders, hedging, or containers. Hardy, low-maintenance, and versatile, it performs beautifully in both formal and contemporary garden designs.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh new foliage emerges a lighter green before maturing to deep, glossy tones.

• Summer: Dense evergreen growth provides strong structure and contrast among flowering plants.

• Autumn: Retains rich colour and tight form.

• Winter: Evergreen leaves and dark stems add life and texture to dormant gardens.

Key Features

• Rich dark foliage – Deep glossy green leaves with gently wavy edges.

• Evergreen – Provides colour and form all year round.

• Compact and upright – Typically grows 1.5–2m tall, ideal for borders or hedging.

• Low maintenance – Easy to prune and shape.

• Hardy and versatile – Tolerant of wind, salt, and urban pollution.

Perfect For

• Borders and mixed planting – Adds height, texture, and evergreen structure.

• Hedging or screening – Dense growth makes it perfect for low privacy barriers.

• Containers – Elegant as a standalone feature or paired at entrances.

• Coastal and urban gardens – Tolerant of salt, wind, and pollution.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Prefers full sun or light shade.

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates sandy or chalky conditions.

• Hardiness: Hardy across most of the UK; provide shelter in colder regions.

• Care: Trim lightly in summer to shape and maintain dense growth. Water regularly until established, particularly in containers.

Looks Great With

• Other Pittosporums – Combine with ‘Tom Thumb’ or ‘Silver Queen’ for contrast.

• Evergreens – Pair with Hebe, Photinia, or Euonymus.

• Grasses – Stipa or Festuca add softness and movement.

• Flowering shrubs – Works beautifully with Hydrangeas, Camellias, or Roses.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Irish Luck’ is an elegant, glossy evergreen that adds rich colour and form to any garden. Hardy, low-maintenance, and dependable, it’s perfect for borders, hedging, or containers, offering year-round texture and timeless appeal.

Pittosporum Irish Luck 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.