Coprosma ‘Red Rocks’
Description:
Compact, evergreen New Zealand native shrub known for its glossy, bronze-red foliage that deepens to rich red tones in cooler months. The leaves are small, thick, and shiny, giving the plant a reflective “varnished” appearance. Its spreading, mounding habit makes it ideal for ground cover, coastal gardens, and erosion control. It also produces small, inconspicuous flowers followed by blue berries on female plants.
Height:
30–50 cm
Width:
1–1.5 m
Position:
Full sun for best foliage colour (red tones intensify in sun and cool weather), tolerates light shade but may be greener in colour
Soil:
Well-drained soil, tolerates poor, sandy, or coastal soils, avoid waterlogged sites
Uses:
· Ground cover or low shrub for borders and banks
· Excellent for coastal gardens and windy, exposed sites
· Erosion control on slopes
· Great in rock gardens and modern landscapes
· Adds winter colour contrast to mixed plantings
Care tips:
· Very hardy in Auckland’s coastal and urban climates
· Drought tolerant once established
· Trim lightly in spring to maintain shape or control spread
· Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
· Fertilise annually with a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser in spring
· Avoid overly wet or heavy clay soils
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