Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen' is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub prized for its fine-textured foliage and striking silvery appearance. The small, rounded leaves are a pale green with a silvery sheen, giving the plant a light, airy look that shimmers in sunlight or gentle breezes. Reaching heights of 10 to 15 feet and spreading 4 to 6 feet wide, it is commonly used as a privacy screen, hedge, or modern landscape accent. Its upright, narrow form makes it especially well-suited for tight spaces where height is desired without taking up too much room.
In addition to its visual appeal, Silver Sheen is known for being tough and adaptable. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, tolerating drought, light frost, and coastal conditions once established. While it naturally grows in a loose, columnar shape, it can be lightly pruned to maintain a more formal appearance or to control size. This variety of pittosporum is often chosen for contemporary garden designs due to its unique color and texture, offering a soft yet modern backdrop for other plants or architectural elements.
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