COPROSMA
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COPROSMA
In the coffee family and shares the attractive shiny leaves. Good subjects for a "neat and tidy" garden.
Grown for their attractive foliage.
Genus of about 90 species of evergren shrubs and small trees found in forest, swamp, grassland and rocky areas from sea level to mountainous regions from Indonesia to Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific islands.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Usually dioecious (male and female plants required for production of berries) -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
New Zealand. -
EvergreenElliptic, semi-glossy, dark green leaves 7-12cm (3-5in) long.
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
4-6m (12-20ft) -
Spread
2-4m (6-12ft)
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Tall ShrubErect, then spreading, habit. Berries, where produced, are ovoid and deep orange to red.
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Will grow outside in milder locations
This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here. -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Partial shade
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Mature Size4-6m (12-20ft)
2-4m (6-12ft)
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Coprosma - Growing Guide
