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pittosporum silver queen

Pittosporum Silver Queen is a popular evergreen shrub in New Zealand gardens, cherished for its soft, silvery-green foliage edged with creamy white. This versatile plant is highly valued for its elegant appearance, rapid growth, and suitability for a range of landscape uses. Whether you’re seeking a stylish hedge, a privacy screen, or a garden feature that thrives in coastal and urban environments, Pittosporum Silver Queen delivers year-round beauty with minimal fuss.

Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' green foliage.

Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo)

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Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, upright growth and attractive grey-green foliage. A hardy New Zealand native, it typically grows to around 1.5–2 metres tall, making it ideal for low hedges, borders, and coastal gardens.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' bushy plants in pots.

Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen'

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Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub admired for its delicate, silvery-green foliage and airy appearance. Ideal for hedging, screening, or adding texture to modern landscapes, it thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
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Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo)

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Why Choose Pittosporum Silver Queen?

Pittosporum Silver Queen stands out for its attractive variegated leaves and upright growth habit, typically reaching two to four metres tall. Its compact nature and dense branching make it especially effective as a formal or informal hedge that remains tidy with just occasional trimming. The silvery variegation not only brightens up shaded corners but also provides a luminous contrast to darker foliage plants.

This pittosporum is particularly hardy, coping well with wind, salt spray, and light frost, making it ideal for coastal regions and exposed sites throughout New Zealand. Gardeners also appreciate its tolerance for both full sun and part shade, as well as its relative resistance to pests and diseases.

Planting and Care Tips

Plant your Pittosporum Silver Queen in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter, spacing plants about one metre apart for hedging or slightly further for specimen planting. Water regularly until established, then only during dry spells. An annual feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring will keep plants lush and vibrant. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape, or more regularly if a dense hedge is desired.

Creative Uses in the Garden

Pittosporum Silver Queen is incredibly versatile in landscaping. Try planting as a backdrop to highlight colourful perennials, or use as a smart, low-maintenance screening solution along boundaries and driveways. Its subtle foliage pairs beautifully with grasses and bold-leafed shrubs, creating striking textural contrasts. Mix and match with other pittosporums such as Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' for a varied but harmonious look, or combine with the upright Pittosporum Silver Pillar for added architectural interest.

Explore More Pittosporum Varieties

If you love the refined look of Pittosporum Silver Queen, you may also enjoy other unique cultivars. For a shimmering garden effect, consider pairing it with Pittosporum 'Silver Sheen' or the compact Pittosporum Millfield Magic. The tidy, columnar lines of Pittosporum Silver Pillar make a beautiful contrast in mixed plantings. For small gardens or container displays, Pittosporum 'Stephens Island' (Dwarf Karo) is a perfect fit. Lastly, Pittosporum Silver Star doubles the impact with its own striking variegation.

Bring Timeless Elegance to Your Garden

Add Pittosporum Silver Queen to your landscape for a resilient, easy-care shrub that shines all year round. Whether planted as a hedge, screen, or standout specimen, this evergreen delivers both practical shelter and gracefully luminous foliage—perfect for New Zealand’s unique garden conditions.

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