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Coprosma colensoi

Coprosma colensoi, Coprosma banksii

Coprosma colensoi is an evergreen shrub renowned for its foliage variations. The tiny leaves on this NZ native are held densely on rigid stem and can be small and round, or long and narrow. Small flowers result in red berries during summer as it grows to about 2-3 m tall and the same wide. Coprosma colensoi is commonly added to a mixed planting, used in native revegetation plantings, or planted to attract birds.

Coprosma colensoi foliage with red berries.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.50 m
Spread:2.50 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCoprosma colensoi, Coprosma banksii

Coprosma colensoi Details

Coprosma colensoi is an evergreen shrub renowned for its foliage variations. The tiny leaves on this NZ native are held densely on rigid stem and can be small and round, or long and narrow. Small flowers result in red berries during summer which are great for attracting birds. It grows with an upward habit to about 2-3 m tall and the same wide. It performs best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is also tolerant of dry periods, frost, cold climates, wind, and coastal conditions. Coprosma colensoi is commonly added to a mixed planting, used in native revegetation plantings, or planted to attract birds.

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