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    Coprosma lucida

    Also Known As

    • Shining Karamū

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

    Coprosma lucida plant details

    Coprosma lucida is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Coprosma lucida

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rubiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in summer
    Uses: showy fruit, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Coprosma lucida

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Attractive evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. Thick glossy leaves and lovely orange berries. Sun. Reaches 6'

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Coprosma lucida plant

    How to Grow Coprosma lucida

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • orange

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Zones

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    Zones

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