Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

$250.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 0.9m – 1.1m Approx.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 5m Approximately

Mature Width: 1 – 2 meters

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is expected to grow Approx. 30cm – 60 cm per year.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Wonder Screen' is a dense, compact evergreen shrub prized for its glossy dark green narrow leaves and upright habit. It typically grows 2–3 meters tall and 1–2 meters wide, making it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, or foundation plantings.

This variety produces small, subtle dark purple to black flowers in spring, adding understated charm. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with regular watering during establishment and dry periods.

Low-maintenance and adaptable, 'Wonder Screen' can be pruned to maintain shape and size, ensuring a polished and effective screen or hedge in various garden and landscape settings.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
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Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 5m Approximately

Mature Width: 1 – 2 meters

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is expected to grow Approx. 30cm – 60 cm per year.

Growth Rate of Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is expected to grow Approx. 30cm – 60 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Is Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' frost tolerant?

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' Flower?

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Wonder Screen’ produces small, deep purple-brown, bell-shaped flowers in late spring. Though subtle and often hidden within the foliage, they release a light honey-like fragrance that adds a delicate seasonal touch.

Does Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Purple

Is Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' an Australian Native Tree?

No

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is Native to Cultivar of Pittosporum tenuifolium, native to New Zealand. ‘Wonder Screen’ is a fast-growing, evergreen variety renowned for its dense, upright habit, vibrant lime-green new growth, and fine, glossy foliage, making it one of the best Pittosporums for quick privacy screening and hedging.

What is the Wildlife Value of Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' ?

Its nectar-bearing flowers attract bees and small pollinating insects, while the tight, evergreen foliage provides excellent shelter, nesting protection and cover for small birds. The fine, twiggy structure also supports microfauna, enhancing biodiversity in hedging and privacy plantings.

How much Sunlight does Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' need?

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Pittosporum tenuifolium ‘Wonder Screen’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the plant matures to support drought resilience, dense upright screening and healthy evergreen foliage.

Is Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' Drought Tolerant?

Is Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Wonder Screen’ develops good drought tolerance. Hardy and fast-growing, it performs strongly in warm, dry, windy and coastal conditions and maintains dense screening growth with only occasional deep watering during extended dry spells.

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How To Plant Your Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' is expected to grow Approx. 30cm – 60 cm per year.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Pittosporum tenufolium 'Wonder Screen' in Different Soil

Pittosporum tenufolium performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is 'Wonder Screen' Pittosporum suitable for coastal gardens?
Yes, this variety is known for its tolerance to coastal conditions, including salt spray and wind, making it a great choice for coastal gardens.
How often should it be pruned for hedge formation?
Pruning can be done as needed to maintain the desired height and shape of the hedge. Typically, light pruning is done in late spring or early summer.