Plant Database
Gold Star Kohuhu
Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Golf Ball’
Gold Star Kohuhu is a dazzling variegated shrub that commands attention with its bold, golden-splashed foliage. Each small, glossy green leaf is boldly marked with a central splash of bright creamy-yellow, resembling a starburst. This striking pattern is consistent and bright, creating a vibrant, sunlit effect even on cloudy days. A fast-growing, upright shrub, it’s perfect for creating a dazzling informal hedge or a standout specimen that provides color and fragrance.
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Bold, Golden-Centered Foliage: Each leaf is marked with a bright, central splash or star of creamy yellow on a dark green background.
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Consistent & Vibrant Color: The variegation is stable and prominent year-round, not fading to green in summer.
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Fast-Growing & Upright: Has a vigorous, dense, upright growth habit, quickly reaching 8-10 feet in height and spread.
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Fragrant Spring Flowers: Produces the characteristic sweet-scented, dark purple blooms in spring.
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Brilliant Accent or Hedge: Makes a stunning focal point, colorful informal screen, or vibrant backdrop in the border.