Overview
Coprosma petriei is a bushy shrubs in the genus Coprosma, part of the Rubiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Coprosma petriei grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, wall side borders and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Coprosma petriei, commonly mirrorplant, is a mat-forming shrub native to New Zealand. It is a hardy wind pollinated plant that is 0.1 m (4 in) by 0.5 m (20 in). Seeds mature in August and the plants only produce either male or female flowers; they are not self-fertilizing. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it is half-hardy and may need winter protection in colder areas (RHS H3). Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, wall side borders and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
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About the genus
Coprosma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in New Zealand, Hawaiian Islands, Borneo, Java, New Guinea, islands of the Pacific Ocean to Australia and the Juan Fernández Islands.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Coprosma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Coprosma petriei size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Wall side borders, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Coprosma petriei
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Coprosma petriei?
Coprosma petriei prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Coprosma petriei need?
Coprosma petriei grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Coprosma petriei hardy in the UK?
Coprosma petriei has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Coprosma petriei?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.