Key Features: |
Stunning richly coloured variegation. |
Size: |
1.5m |
Position: |
Full sun to part shade |
Growth Rate: |
Moderate |
Botanical Name: |
Coprosma repens Fireburst |
Synonyms: |
None known |
| Origin |
New Zealand |
| Introduced |
2004 |
Description: |
A hardy shrub with stunning obovate variegated foliage. The colour transforms form cream pink tones during summer to and explosion of fire red foliage during autumn and winter. |
Cultural Notes: |
This plant has a low water requirement once established. It prefers a well drained soil in the full sun or part shade. It will tolerate coastal conditions. Prune to promote bushiness and fertilise annually with a long term slow release fertiliser. |
Landscape Ideas: |
Ideal for small hedges and general garden landscaping. |
| Water Miser™ Guide |
| Low water requirement once established. |
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