Pittosporum Tenuifolium Gold Star 15 Litre Pot

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Gold Star’ – Bright Variegated Foliage with Elegant Structure

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Gold Star’ is a striking evergreen shrub, valued for its vibrant variegated foliage and graceful, airy structure. The small, wavy-edged leaves are rich green with bright golden-yellow margins, creating a lively, light-catching effect that brings colour and contrast to the garden throughout the year.

Held on slender, dark stems, the foliage appears almost luminous, especially when backlit by the sun. The plant forms a naturally bushy, upright shape, making it ideal for borders, informal screening, or as a colourful backdrop to softer planting. In late spring, mature plants may produce small, dark purple flowers with a subtle honeyed fragrance, adding an extra layer of seasonal interest.

Hardy in milder parts of the UK and tolerant of coastal winds and urban conditions, ‘Gold Star’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its relatively fast growth and evergreen nature make it a useful and attractive option for creating year-round structure and brightness.

Stylish, colourful, and easy to manage, Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ is perfect for gardeners looking to introduce light, movement, and evergreen interest into their planting schemes.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring: Fresh variegated growth appears bright and vibrant.
Summer: Dense, colourful foliage creates structure and movement.
Autumn: Evergreen leaves maintain strong contrast.
Winter: Provides year-round colour and shelter in mild climates.

Key Features

• Variegated foliage – Green leaves with golden edges.
• Evergreen – Year-round colour and structure.
• Upright habit – Ideal for screening and backdrop planting.
• Light-catching effect – Brightens borders and planting schemes.
• Low maintenance – Easy to grow and shape.

Perfect For

• Mixed borders – Adds brightness and contrast.
• Screening – Informal evergreen privacy.
• Coastal gardens – Tolerates wind and exposure.
• Contemporary planting – Light, airy structure.
• Feature shrubs – Colourful focal point.

Growing Tips

Sun/Position: Full sun to light shade; best colour in sun.
Soil: Free-draining soil; avoid heavy, wet conditions.
Hardiness: Hardy in milder UK areas; protect in severe frost.
Care: Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.

Looks Great With

• Dark foliage – Phormium ‘Platt’s Black’, Heuchera ‘Obsidian’.
• Silver plants – Artemisia, Senecio ‘Sunshine’.
• Grasses – Stipa tenuissima, Miscanthus.
• Mediterranean plants – Lavender, Rosemary, Cistus.