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coprosma red varieties

If you’re searching for coprosma red varieties to add striking colour and texture to your New Zealand garden, you’re in the right place. Coprosma, also known as mirror bush, is famous for its glossy foliage and vibrant hues. Red forms of coprosma bring intensity and warmth to any landscape – whether you’re after hedging, specimen plants, or ground covers. Exploring the best coprosma red varieties ensures you’ll have eye-catching plants that thrive in diverse Kiwi conditions, from coastal areas to inland gardens. Discover which red cultivars suit your style and learn how to use them for bold, low-maintenance designs.

Coprosma Red Rocks with colourful foliage in a garden.

Coprosma 'Red Rocks'

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Coprosma 'Red Rocks' is a hardy NZ native shrub known for its rich red toned foliage and tough spreading habit. Naturally found in coastal environments, it performs exceptionally well in exposed sites and challenging conditions. This variety is ideal for gardeners wanting strong year round colour and a reliable low maintenance shrub for banks borders and coastal landscapes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock
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Coprosma Scarlett O'Hara (Mirror Bush)

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Coprosma Scarlett O’Hara, commonly known as Mirror Bush, is a NZ native shrub that carries small and glossy, dark red and orange variegated foliage. It typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Coprosma Scarlett O’Hara is often used as a hedge, added to mixed plantings, included in coastal gardens, or planted around pool and barbecue areas. It is great for providing lovely colour, particularly through the winter months.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
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Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' pink and dark red foliage.

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Coprosma Margarita (Mirror Bush)

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Coprosma 'Hawera' (Sand Coprosma)

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Large Coprosma Lemon and Lime plant growing in a garden.

Coprosma 'Lemon and Lime'

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Coprosma 'Beatson's Brown' small and glossy, brown foliage.

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Coprosma 'Red Rocks'

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Why Choose Coprosma Red Varieties?

Coprosma red varieties are prized for their easy-care nature, resilience, and glossy leaves in fiery shades. They’re wonderful for year-round interest, as many cultivars offer seasonal shifts in colour – intensifying from green or bronze to vivid reds in autumn and winter. Coprosma is also tolerant of salt, wind, and drought, making it a reliable choice for exposed spots and coastal gardens.

Planting these versatile shrubs can enliven mixed borders, create vibrant hedges, or provide dazzling accents in pots. With their compact growth and colourful foliage, coprosma red varieties are also popular for urban gardens and contemporary landscapes. A grouping of these varieties instantly lifts the look of patios or driveways.

Popular Coprosma Red Varieties in New Zealand

Several cultivars stand out for bold red foliage or red-tinged leaves. Here are some top picks:

Coprosma 'Red Rocks'

Coprosma 'Red Rocks' is a compact shrub with brilliant, glossy red leaves. Its tidy, mounding shape makes it perfect for edging, low hedges, or containers. This variety shines in autumn, when its colour deepens to a richer red.

Coprosma Scarlett O'Hara (Mirror Bush)

One of the showiest coprosma red varieties, Coprosma Scarlett O'Hara (Mirror Bush) offers vivid, scarlet-red foliage that stands out in any landscape. Scarlett O'Hara is excellent for creating eye-catching hedges or mixed shrub borders.

Coprosma Evening Glow (Mirror Bush)

With its fiery mix of reds, oranges, and greens, Coprosma Evening Glow (Mirror Bush) is a favourite for colour-changing foliage. This cultivar is ideal for dynamic mass planting, and it looks spectacular alongside rocks or in coastal gardens.

Coprosma 'Portwine'

Coprosma 'Portwine' features rich burgundy-red leaves, adding depth and contrast to garden designs. It works well as a low maintenance shrub or for formal hedging, especially in areas exposed to wind.

Combining Coprosma Varieties

For layered texture and continued interest, combine coprosma red varieties with contrasting foliage plants. Pairing with lighter forms, such as Coprosma kirkii 'variegata', brings out the intensity of red cultivars and provides year-round appeal.

Coprosma Red Varieties: Plant Care Tips

All coprosma red varieties prefer well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. They thrive in coastal positions and are resistant to pests and diseases. Prune lightly to maintain shape and promote bushiness. Mulch and feed in spring for exuberant growth and even richer colour.

Find Your Favourite Coprosma Red Varieties

Browse our collection to discover the ideal coprosma red varieties for your space, whether you want a dramatic hedge, lively groundcover, or brilliant accent plant. With their resilience and dazzling foliage, these varieties offer effortless garden colour all year round.


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