There are many varieties of evergreen shrubs worth considering if you are looking to plant an evergreen hedge.
At Arundel Arboretum, a hedge nursery in West Sussex, we have an excellent range of plants to consider when planting a hedge. These include; Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’, Griselinia littoralis, Taxus baccata, Elaeagnus and Laurels.
However, why not consider a variety of Pittosporum? We have a good selection of different varieties in stock. They are all easy to maintain and make an excellent choice if you are looking for a small hedge to, for example, edge a border.
We have several varieties in stock and here is some information on ones that we feel could work for you:
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Beach Ball’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Beach Ball’ is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub. It has small, glossy light green leaves, which are edged creamy yellow. It makes an ideal specimen shrub for borders, growing in a container or establishing as a small hedge. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Beach Ball’ produces purplish-black flowers in spring and these are followed by brown fruits in late summer. This shrub has a maximum height of 1m after approximately 10-20 years, depending upon its ground conditions.
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Elizabeth’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Elizabeth’ is a variegated, evergreen shrub. Its wavy shaped leaves are edged in pink and cream. This is a drought tolerant variety of Pittosporum. It is ideal for growing as a hedge, for screenage, for borders or in containers. It does need protection in cold areas from cold, drying winds. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Elizabeth’ is a non-fruiting variety. It has an eventual height of 4m after approximately 10-20 years, depending upon its ground conditions.
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Wrinkled Blue’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Wrinkled Blue’ is an evergreen shrub, with silver-blue wavy-edged elongated shaped leaves. It is an ideal shrub for using as hedging and screening. It can also be grown in borders and containers. This is a non-fruiting variety, which can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Wrinkled Blue’ does need to be protected from cold, drying winds. It has an eventual height of 4m after 10-20 years, depending upon its ground conditions.
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’ is a compact, evergreen shrub with golden-green oval leaves. It requires little maintenance to keep its rounded shape. Although Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golden Ball’ is another non-fruiting variety, it does produce deep purple flowers in spring. It has an eventual height of 0.5m after 10-20 years.
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Gold Star’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Gold Star’ is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub that can also be grown as a small tree. It has variegated oval green and yellow leaves which are produced off red branches. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Gold Star’ produces male maroon flowers in the spring, which are followed in the autumn by brown fruits. This variety of Pittosporum can be grown in partial shade, but in order to get the best leaf colour, it is best planted in full sun. It does need to be protected from cold, drying winds. It has an overall height of 2m after 10-20 years.
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Glo Ball’
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Glo Ball’ is a round, compact evergreen shrub. Its small olive-green leaves are edged creamy-yellow. This variety can be well trimmed and is ideal to grow in borders, containers or a low hedge. Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Glo Ball’ produces purple-black flowers in the spring, that are followed by small brown fruits in late summer. It has an eventual height of 1m after 10-20 years.
If you are considering planting a small evergreen hedge, then why not pop in to see what we currently have in stock? We are always able to advise you on the most suitable plants for your requirements and are sure our helpful and happy team can inform you on the best decision to make.
We look forward to welcoming you to Arundel Arboretum.
