{"product_id":"crlob-9-1","title":"Coprosma Red Lobster","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eCoprosma ‘Red Lobster’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lobster Coprosma, Red-Margined Coprosma\u003cbr data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubiaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"249\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Zealand (cultivar)\u003cbr data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"301\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen Shrub \/ Foliage Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eCoprosma ‘Lobster’\u003c\/em\u003e is a striking evergreen shrub known for its vivid, glossy foliage featuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"493\"\u003ebright red to burgundy margins\u003c\/strong\u003e around green or bronzy central leaves. Its year-round colour and naturally compact habit make it a fantastic choice for borders, containers, or adding a pop of colour to native or modern garden designs. It’s also hardy, wind-tolerant, and well-suited to coastal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, oval leaves with \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eintense red to burgundy margins\u003c\/strong\u003e, intensifying in cooler months\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eFlowers \/ Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, insignificant flowers; may produce small blue or orange berries\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, rounded, bushy shrub with tidy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Ecological Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright colour contrast in native plantings; bird-friendly if fruiting\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1245\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1266\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1314\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1336\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.8–1.2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1350\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1372\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.8–1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1386\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1412\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRounded, compact shrub\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\u003ch3 data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1468\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1503\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1570\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1606\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1622\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1658\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow to moderate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1674\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1712\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWell-drained; tolerates poor soils\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1728\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1764\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNeutral to slightly acidic\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1787\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1819\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHardy to approx. –5 °C\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\u003ch3 data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eLandscaping \u0026amp; Garden Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eColourful low hedging or borders\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eAccent shrub in native or mixed plantings\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eCoastal and dry gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eContainer plant for patios and entryways\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eYear-round interest in modern or structured landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light trim in late winter or early spring to shape and promote bushiness\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly in dry spells during establishment\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a general-purpose or native fertiliser in spring\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-maintenance; may occasionally attract scale or aphids in poor conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eAdditional Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage colour is brightest in full sun and cooler temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eFun Fact \/ Botanical Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003eCoprosmas are often called \"mirror plants\" due to their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003eglossy, reflective foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e. The intense colouring in cultivars like ‘Lobster’ comes from selective breeding for vibrant leaf margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eWhy Choose Coprosma ‘Lobster’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"3159\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eCoprosma ‘Lobster’\u003c\/em\u003e adds year-round vibrancy and structure to the garden with minimal effort. Its bold, red-edged foliage stands out in mass plantings or as a feature shrub, especially in colder months when colour is most appreciated. Tough, tidy, and drought-hardy — a designer favourite for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThese are our large size in 9cm square pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Coprosma rugosa lobster","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43049139241026,"sku":"CRLOB-9-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4545\/files\/coprosma_red_lobster__3__TP9DLQJTILCK_21f1d325-31ed-4673-ac8c-78c35773f613.jpg?v=1773789117","url":"https:\/\/greenmachine.nz\/products\/crlob-9-1","provider":"Greenmachine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}