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.