Description

Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ is a evergreen shrub that earns its place in any garden. Gold Star is a pittosporum with green leaves with golden centres on red stems.

Pittosporums are elegant evergreens from New Zealand with glossy, often wavy-edged leaves. They clip well into hedges, balls and topiary.

Key features of Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Season of interest: Year-round foliage
• Look: Golden-centred leaves on red stems
• Height and spread: 1m x 1m
• Position: Full sun or part shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Hardiness: Hardy in most areas
• Supplied in: 3L pot
• Best for: coastal hedging, formal topiary, containers

Why choose Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’?

• Golden-centred leaves
• Red stems
• Compact

Where to plant Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’

Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ grows best in full sun or part shade, in well-drained soil. It is a good choice for coastal hedging, and also works well for formal topiary and containers. Pair it with grasses, phormiums and flowering shrubs.

How to plant Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’

Before planting, soak the root ball in a bucket of water. Prepare a hole about twice the width of the pot, fork over the bottom and add organic matter. Plant at the original soil level, firm the soil around the roots and give it a generous drink.

How to care for Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’

Water in the first year. Clip in spring or summer to shape; avoid exposed sites in cold areas. Clip in spring or summer. Cold, drying winds can damage the foliage.

Growing Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ in a pot

Excellent in pots. Use a loam-based compost such as John Innes No. 3, make sure the pot has drainage holes, and water regularly in summer, as containers dry out faster than borders.

Grown in the UK, for UK gardens

Every plant is grown at our St Annes nursery in the North West, where it is raised in real British conditions. That means a tougher, well-rooted plant that settles quickly into your garden. This Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ is supplied in a 3L pot. Container-grown plants can be planted almost all year round, as long as the ground is not frozen or waterlogged; autumn and spring are ideal.

Frequently asked questions

How big does Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ grow?
Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ typically reaches 1m x 1m, depending on position, soil and pruning.

When does Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ look its best?
Its main season of interest is year-round foliage, when it shows golden-centred leaves on red stems.

Is Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ hardy?
Hardy in most areas.

How do I prune Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’?
Clip in spring or summer.

Is Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ good for hedging?
Yes.

Add Pittosporum ‘Gold Star’ to your basket today and enjoy year-round foliage interest in your garden.