Pittosporum Ten. Golden Ball 5 Litre Pot

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’ – Compact Evergreen with Golden Foliage

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’ is a compact, dome-shaped evergreen shrub with luminous golden-green foliage that brings brightness and structure to the garden all year round. Naturally rounded and easy to maintain, it’s ideal for borders, containers, or low hedging, offering a cheerful contrast to darker evergreens. As the name suggests, its tidy, ball-like form requires little pruning, making it a perfect choice for low-maintenance gardens.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh, golden foliage emerges, adding instant brightness.

• Summer: Leaves mature to a softer lime-green, retaining their glow in full sun.

• Autumn: Evergreen canopy stays neat and vibrant.

• Winter: Compact, golden-green mound adds light and structure to bare borders.

Key Features

• Golden foliage – Bright yellow-green tones illuminate garden spaces.

• Compact, rounded habit – Naturally forms a neat ball shape without heavy pruning.

• Evergreen – Provides colour and structure all year round.

• Low maintenance – Easy to grow and keeps its shape naturally.

• Hardy and versatile – Thrives in a range of soils and conditions.

Perfect For

• Borders and mixed planting – Adds colour contrast and evergreen form.

• Containers – Perfect for patios, entrances, or terraces.

• Low hedging or edging – Compact size makes it ideal for structure in small spaces.

• Contemporary gardens – Works beautifully in modern, minimalist designs.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Prefers full sun or light shade; best colour in full sun.

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

• Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens; shelter from very cold winds if exposed.

• Care: Trim lightly in late spring or early summer to maintain its natural round shape. Water regularly until established, especially in pots.

Looks Great With

• Dark evergreens – Contrast with Pittosporum ‘Tom Thumb’ or Hebe ‘Red Edge’.

• Grasses – Combine with Stipa or Festuca for texture and movement.

• Flowering shrubs – Pair with Hydrangeas, Lavatera, or Roses for colour balance.

• Mediterranean plants – Complements Lavender, Rosemary, or Euonymus.

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’ is a bright, compact evergreen shrub with cheerful golden-green foliage and a naturally rounded shape. Hardy, low-maintenance, and ideal for year-round structure, it’s perfect for borders, containers, and modern or traditional gardens alike.