Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' (Rainbow Surprise Looking-Glass Plant)


Botanical Information

FamilyRubiaceae
GenusCoprosma
Cultivar'Rainbow Surprise'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9a - 9b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone9a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1 to 5
Temperature (°F)23 to 34
Height1.5 - 2.5 m
Spread1.5 to 2.5 m
Flowering PeriodMarch, April, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionC. 'Rainbow Surprise' is an evergreen shrub bearing dense foliage. The leaves are small and ovate ranging in colour from lime green to pink.
ShapeBushy to rounded.
LandscapeOrnamental specimen, or as a hedge in the garden.
PropagationPropagate from ripe-wood cuttings in autumn. Plants will hybridize freely from seed.
CultivationGrow in full sun in moist but well-drained soil. In order for berries to appear, male and female plants must be grown in close proximity.
PestsNo notable pests or diseases.
Notable SpecimensHestercombe Gardens, Taunton, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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