Coprosma 'Fire Burst'PBR (f/v)
looking-glass plant 'Fire Burst'
A compact evergreen shrub to 1.5m high, with a branching habit and glossy green leaves edged with creamy yellow. Leaves are tinted pink when young and flushed dark red in autumn and winter. Flowers in spring are green, small and insignificant, but if pollinated, produce bright red berries in autumn
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | Green Yellow Pink | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Yellow | |||
| Autumn | Green Yellow Pink | Red | ||
| Winter | Pink Red |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Genus
Coprosma are evergreen shrubs with leathery, simple leaves and insignificant dioecious flowers, followed by colourful berries on female plants, where both sexes are grown together
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
In milder areas, grow outdoors in neutral to slightly acid soil, in sun or light shade, and protect from winter frosts. In colder areas, grow under glass in peat-free, loam-based potting compost with added grit, in bright filtered light and with good ventilation. Plant with male cultivars to ensure berries
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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