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Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip'

Also Known As

  • Coprosma repens 'Marble Chips'
  • Marble Chips Mirror Plant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip' plant details

Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. Another stable sport of C. repens 'Marble Queen', stabilizing for us into a most attractive tender shrub to about 4' x 4' in height and width. Large glossy leaves are edged and sometimes streaked in white. Can quickly fill a mixed container or bare spot in a warmer garden. Prefers adequate year-round water and dappled shade in hot climates. Evergreen. USDA zone 8b for brief periods. Prefers considerable moisture for best appearance. Rubiaceae

Gardening facts about Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip' plant

How to Grow Coprosma repens 'Marble Chip'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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