The Pittosporum Golden Ball is a striking evergreen shrub known for its vibrant, golden-yellow foliage and distinctive round shape. This compact, dense shrub features glossy, bright green leaves with a golden hue, providing a lively burst of colour throughout the year. Its neat, rounded form makes it a perfect choice for creating eye-catching hedges, borders, or container displays, adding both beauty and structure to any garden.
Where to Position Your Pittosporum Golden Ball
Pittosporum Golden Ball thrives best in full sun to partial shade, where its vibrant foliage can truly shine. It should be planted in well-drained, moderately fertile soil to support healthy growth and maintain its striking appearance. This hardy shrub adapts well to various soil types and conditions, making it a versatile addition to many garden settings. Regular watering, especially during dry periods, will help keep the foliage lush and vibrant.
Growth and Maintenance
Known for its attractive, golden-yellow foliage and rounded shape, Pittosporum Golden Ball requires minimal maintenance. Pruning is recommended in late spring or early summer to maintain its compact form and encourage dense growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches to keep the shrub looking its best. This shrub is relatively pest and disease-free, making it a reliable choice for adding colour and structure to your garden.
Characteristics
- Features glossy, bright green leaves with a golden-yellow hue, providing vibrant year-round colour.
- Compact, rounded growth habit is ideal for creating hedges, borders, or container displays.
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Requires minimal maintenance; prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
- Generally pest and disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for enhancing garden aesthetics.
- Pot grown, available year-round.
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