100x Coprosma Roys Red - $3.99 each
Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’
Common Names: Roy’s Red Coprosma
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand (cultivar)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Overview:
Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’ is a stunning native shrub prized for its strikingly vibrant red foliage that adds bold color to gardens year-round. Compact and dense in habit, it is perfect for hedging, screening, or as a standout specimen plant in native, coastal, and urban gardens. Its bright leaves provide excellent contrast against other greens in mixed borders.
Key Features:
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Foliage: Glossy, small to medium leaves with vivid red hues, especially intense in cool weather; evergreen.
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Flowers / Fruit: Small, inconspicuous flowers; female plants produce bright red-orange berries attractive to birds.
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Form & Habit: Dense, compact, rounded shrub.
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Growth Rate: Moderate
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Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides shelter and food for native birds; supports local ecosystems.
Mature Size:
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.5–2 m |
| Spread | 1.5–2 m |
| Form | Dense, rounded shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerant once established |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy to approx. –8 °C |
Landscaping & Garden Uses:
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Colourful hedging and screening
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Mixed native and exotic shrub borders
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Wildlife gardens supporting birds and pollinators
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Coastal and urban garden planting
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Containers and patio gardens
Care & Maintenance:
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Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain compact shape.
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Watering: Water regularly while establishing; drought tolerant once mature.
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Feeding: Fertilise in spring with balanced fertiliser for vibrant foliage.
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Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-free; monitor for scale or leaf spot.
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Additional Tips: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:
Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’ is a popular cultivar developed for its brilliant red foliage, providing year-round colour interest unlike many other native shrubs.
Why Choose Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’?
Its vivid red foliage, compact form, and hardiness make Coprosma ‘Roy’s Red’ a perfect choice for gardeners wanting a bold, low-maintenance native shrub with strong visual impact.
Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 5-7cm square pots.
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
The photo next to the ruler shows an example of the plant for sale (cm's) to give an indication of the size. Please note that the photo is for reference only; the size and appearance of the plant may vary.
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