{"product_id":"cbowl-9-1","title":"Coprosma Bowling Green","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eCoprosma Bowling Green\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eCommon Names: Coprosma Bowling Green, Dwarf Mirror Bush\u003cbr data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e Family: Rubiaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"106\"\u003e Origin: New Zealand (cultivar selection)\u003cbr data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"149\"\u003e Plant Type: Evergreen Groundcover Shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eCoprosma Bowling Green\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, dense NZ native groundcover prized for its tight, mounded form and glossy deep-green foliage. This hardy mirror bush forms a low “bowling ball” shape, making it ideal for edging, mass planting, low borders, and modern landscape designs. Extremely tough and easy-care, it thrives in coastal, windy, and exposed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, rounded, highly glossy dark-green leaves with classic mirror-like sheen\u003cbr data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"694\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eFlowers \/ Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inconspicuous flowers; may produce small berries if both male and female plants are present\u003cbr data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally rounded, dense, and compact; forms neat dome-shaped mounds\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Ecological Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for erosion control, low shelter planting, and hardy landscaping in harsh NZ conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1096\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1104\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1136\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e40–60cm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1157\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpread\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e80cm–1m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1176\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eDense, rounded, ground-hugging mound\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1269\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1279\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1312\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1347\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1401\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eLow to moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1409\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eWell-drained soils; tolerates sandy and poorer soils\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1477\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eAcid to neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1515\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eGood frost tolerance; handles coastal winds and exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eLandscaping \u0026amp; Garden Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e• Low-maintenance groundcover for modern gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e • Excellent for edging pathways and borders\u003cbr data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e • Ideal for coastal and exposed sites\u003cbr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e • Mass planting for tidy, structured landscape effect\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal pruning required; trim lightly to maintain shape if desired\u003cbr data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light application of slow-release fertiliser in spring\u003cbr data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally pest- and disease-free\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eAdditional Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003ePerforms best in free-draining soil and open sunny positions. Ideal for urban gardens, coastal landscapes, and low-care commercial plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eFun Fact \/ Botanical Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eCoprosma species are commonly known as “mirror bushes” due to their glossy, reflective foliage — a natural adaptation that helps reduce moisture loss in exposed environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eWhy Choose Coprosma Bowling Green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eIf you need a tough, tidy, and highly versatile NZ native groundcover that keeps its shape year-round, Coprosma Bowling Green is a reliable and stylish choice for modern landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2821\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003e These are our large size in 9cm square pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Groundcover","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43047730577474,"sku":"CBOWL-9-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4545\/files\/coprosma_bowling_green__3__TPCBZYSFVA2G_c4bb9f5d-1036-4fc2-a9e0-f4f1fbcadc22.jpg?v=1774089162","url":"https:\/\/greenmachine.nz\/products\/cbowl-9-1","provider":"Greenmachine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}