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Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen Dream'
Silver Sheen Dream Kohuhu
The Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen Dream', commonly known as Silver Sheen Dream Kohuhu, is a versatile and elegant evergreen shrub prized for its fine, silvery-green foliage that shimmers in the light. Its airy, upright growth makes it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant in gardens. This low-maintenance plant thrives in a variety of climates and adds year-round structure and texture to landscapes.
Specifications
- Height3–5 meters
- Width2–3 meters
- Native toNew Zealand (species origin)
- FoliageFine, silvery-green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateFast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay soils
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions
Additional Features
- FormUpright, open growth with a delicate, shimmering foliage texture
- UsesIdeal for privacy screens, hedges, borders, or as a feature plant
- SpacingPlant 50–75 cm apart for dense hedging or 1–2 meters apart as individual specimens
- Low MaintenanceRequires occasional pruning to maintain shape and density
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; monitor for aphids or scale
- Drought ToleranceModerate; thrives with minimal supplemental watering once established
- Frost ToleranceHandles light frost; protect young plants in colder climates
- Wildlife AttractionProvides shelter and habitat for birds
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage offers year-round structure and color
- VersatilityComplements formal, contemporary, and coastal garden styles
The Silver Sheen Dream Kohuhu is a stylish and adaptable plant, perfect for creating soft, shimmering hedges or as an elegant feature in gardens. Its fast growth and refined foliage make it a favorite for enhancing privacy and adding year-round visual interest.
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Prepared 25 July 2026