Coprosma 'Karo Red'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'
W: 4'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Coprosma 'Karo Red' plant details

Coprosma 'Karo Red' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with red foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coprosma 'Karo Red'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen red
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 3 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coprosma 'Karo Red'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new introduction from New Zealand with a small texture but leaves of deep brick red, the same color as some of the better New Zealand flax (phormium) cultivars. Can grow eventually to about 5' but can also be easily pruned or shortened into small specimens or hedging. Great contrast of yellow flowers to foliage. Even summer moisture. Frost hardy to 10 °F, USDA zone 8. Rubiaceae

By: Cistus Nursery

Compact, teardrop shaped mound to 3’ with small, rounded, high gloss leaves of deep green heavily infused with dark red giving this shrub a near black appearance, the effect even more intense in winter! Hardy to mid 20’s, best in full sun, most soils, average water (drought tolerant when established); excellent on the coast; informal hedge, mix with dwarf conifers, at home in the rock garden or in a patio pot!

By: Secret Garden Growers

A tender NZ shrub with glossy green foliage that becomes tinged and infused with dark red. Compact habit to 3', and useful as a container accent. Tolerates temps into the 20's °F.