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Coprosma tenuifolia purpurea

Coprosma tenuifolia Purpureum is a fast-growing, NZ native shrub featuring glossy, green and purple leaves. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Coprosma tenuifolia Purpureum is commonly used as a screen, hedge, added to mixed plantings, or included in native revegetation plantings.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Coprosma tenuifolia purpurea Details

Coprosma tenuifolia Purpureum is a fast-growing, NZ native shrub featuring glossy, green and purple leaves. The leaves will often develop stronger purple tones as winter sets in. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. This evergreen is hardy and will tolerate most soil conditions except at the extremes of wet and dry. It also tolerates coastal conditions, moderate frost, and wind. Coprosma tenuifolia Purpureum is commonly used as a screen, hedge, added to mixed plantings, or included in native revegetation plantings.

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