Coprosma ‘Lobster’
Description:
Evergreen shrub grown for its glossy, small foliage that emerges in bright red-orange tones with darker burgundy highlights, resembling the colours of a lobster shell. The leaves are neat, dense, and highly reflective, giving it the signature “mirror plant” look. It has a naturally compact, rounded habit, making it excellent for both feature planting and hedging. Colour intensifies in cooler months, adding year-round interest.
Height:
1 – 1.5 m
Width:
1 – 1.2 m
Position:
Full sun to partial shade; best colour in full sun
Soil:
Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates coastal conditions and light frost once established
Uses:
- Low hedging or borders
- Feature shrub in mixed plantings
- Coastal and windy sites
- Container planting for patios or entrances
Care tips:
- Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
- Water regularly during dry spells until established, then drought-tolerant
- Protect from heavy frost when young
- Apply a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser in spring
- Avoid waterlogged soils
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