Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Marjorie Channon'
Best evergreen shrub for low-maintenance privacy hedges and ornamental garden accents.
The Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Marjorie Channon' is a striking evergreen shrub, celebrated for its dense, refined pyramidal form and distinctive gray-green foliage edged in white. New growth emerges a vibrant chartreuse, adding seasonal interest. This low-maintenance plant offers subtle white flowers in early summer against nearly black stems, creating a beautiful contrast. Its fine texture and ornamental value persist through winter, making it an excellent choice for accent plantings, mass displays, or screening hedges. Adaptable and hardy, it thrives in various conditions.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Foliage Type
Evergreen
/ Evergreen
Who it's for
- Design-conscious gardeners seeking year-round visual interest
- Homeowners needing fast-growing privacy solutions
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, water-wise plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, hands-off shrub
- Beginners wanting to avoid active pest management
- Gardeners dealing with heavy, clay-based soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and dark stems provide sophisticated, high-contrast garden architecture.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally refined, dense pyramidal shape.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, formal hedges, or standalone accent plantings.
Environmental Resilience
Tolerates salt spray well, though limited by its Zone 8 hardiness.
Growth Predictability
Steady medium growth rate makes long-term landscape planning straightforward and reliable.
Wildlife Compatibility
Lacks deer resistance, requiring protection in areas with high browsing pressure.
Key Specs
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Mature Height
10 feet
Mature Width
7 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8
Watering Needs
Moderate
Features
- Distinctive gray-green foliage with white edges
- Chartreuse new growth in spring
- Subtle white flowers against black stems
- Fine texture for year-round appeal
- Suitable for hedges and screening
- Low maintenance and easy to prune
- Tolerant of environmental salt
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vigor of the 'Marjorie Channon' plants sourced from Armstrong Garden Centers. Reviewers frequently highlight the robust health of the foliage and the substantial size upon purchase, suggesting excellent value. The plant is celebrated for its reliable performance, establishing quickly and thriving with minimal fuss, making it a favorite for adding year round texture and color to the garden. This cultivar delivers dependable aesthetic appeal and strong growth, confirming its status as a premium landscape choice.
Know before you buy
This shrub typically reaches a mature height of 10 feet and a width of 7 feet. Its naturally dense, pyramidal form makes it well-suited for screening or as a standalone accent.
It is quite adaptable and performs well in both full sun and partial shade. Providing a balance of light will help maintain the vibrancy of its variegated foliage.
Yes, it is tolerant of environmental salt, making it a reliable choice for gardens in coastal areas where other shrubs might struggle.
It is considered a low-maintenance plant. You can easily prune it to maintain your desired shape or size, and it has moderate watering needs once established.
Yes, it is container-friendly. Ensure you use a pot with adequate drainage and keep in mind that it will require regular watering and occasional pruning to keep it sized appropriately for the container.
Yes, it is an evergreen shrub. Its gray-green, white-edged foliage provides consistent color and texture in the landscape all year long.
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