Coprosma ‘Ignite’

Common Name:
Coprosma ‘Ignite’

Description:
Coprosma ‘Ignite’ is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its glossy, colour-shifting foliage that brings year-round vibrancy to the garden. New growth emerges in vivid tones of orange and apricot before maturing into deep burgundy and fiery red shades, particularly intensified during the cooler months. This compact, low-maintenance plant forms a dense, rounded shape, making it a standout feature in borders, rockeries, and modern landscape designs. In Melbourne’s climate, Coprosma ‘Ignite’ thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates coastal conditions and light frost once established, with best foliage colour achieved in cooler temperatures. While not primarily grown for flowers, its foliage display provides constant ornamental value throughout the seasons.

Form:
Shrub - Small
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 60–90 cm
Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:
Not significant / Grown for foliage

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Disease Resistant
Perennial
Suitable for Hedging
Suitable for Topiary
Tolerates Coastal Conditions
Foliage Interest All Year Round

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:
Phormium (New Zealand Flax)
Lomandra
Dianella
Sedum
Euphorbia martinii
Carex testacea

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