Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'

Also Known As

Rainbow Surprise Mirror Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

9a-11

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Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' plant details

Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, red and variegated foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, red and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Choice, tender, evergreen shrub that's hardly green at all. Yellow margins are flushed pink on green leaves -- all the colors darkening in winter. It's like adding paprika to your container. To 5 ft x 3 ft over time. Flowers are insignificant. Best with protection from afternoon sun except in cool coastal climates. Well drained soil and occasional to regular summer water. Can be sheared. Frost hardy to 20F, USDA zone 9.

By: Cistus Nursery

Glossy green and cream variegated leaves are tinged with gold and pink and become hot pink and olive green in winter. A neat compact shrub for a low hedge or container plant. Evergreen.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

TENDERENNIAL – Hardy to only 25 °F, this tender lovely would make a 4-5' scrumptious shrub in San Francisco….alas, for colder climates, this 'kiwi' is demoted to seasonal annual! Sublime, tri-colored leaves will light up your life…even if is just for a short time (unless you have a greenhouse). Dark green, reflective leaves are edged in yellow, with oranges and reds. 'Foofy' filler type of growth – sun for best color, takes light shade. Most decent soils with some time release fertilizer to push it along.