Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ – Compact Evergreen Shrub
Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ – Compact Evergreen Shrub
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Pittosporum ‘Stephens Island’ is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its attractive dark-green foliage and dense, naturally bushy growth habit. Its ability to form a thick, uniform screen makes it an excellent choice for hedging and ornamental planting.
Developed from Pittosporum growing on Stephens Island in Cook Strait, this hardy cultivar is well suited to exposed landscapes. It tolerates wind and coastal conditions, making it a reliable option for gardens where other plants may struggle.
With its year-round evergreen foliage and easy-to-maintain form, ‘Stephens Island’ works beautifully as a formal hedge, privacy screen, border plant or standalone ornamental shrub.

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Mature height
Approximately 2 to 3m
Mature width
Approximately 1.5 to 2m
Spacing
1 to 1.5m apart for hedging
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring; flowers are not the primary ornamental feature
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low to moderate; responds well to regular trimming for hedges
Root System
Woody, spreading root system