Coprosma Lemon & Lime

• Coprosma Lemon & Lime is a cultivated variety prized for its brilliant lime-yellow variegated foliage that stands out in any garden setting.
• Forms a compact, rounded shrub with a neat growth habit that requires minimal maintenance once established in the garden.
• The glossy, leathery leaves provide year-round visual interest and colour, unlike seasonal flowering plants that come and go.
• Gardeners love this plant for its versatility, hardiness, and ability to brighten up difficult spots with reliable colour.
• Excellent for creating low hedges, informal borders, or as a feature plant in pots and containers on patios.

• Water deeply once or twice weekly during warmer months, reducing frequency in winter when growth slows and rainfall increases.
• Position in full sun to part shade for best foliage colour; too much shade can reduce the intensity of the lime-yellow variegation.
• Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; tolerates a range of soil types but abhors waterlogging.
• Feed with a slow-release fertiliser in early spring and again in mid-summer to support healthy growth and vibrant foliage.
• Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any damaged or crossing branches.
• Requires minimal humidity adjustments and adapts well to typical Australian garden conditions from temperate to subtropical zones.
• Mulch in late spring to conserve moisture during summer heat; maintain consistent moisture for best appearance during establishment.

• Prefers full sun to part shade, with best foliage colour developing in bright light; tolerates more shade than many variegated shrubs.
• Water regularly during establishment and through hot, dry Australian summers; once established, shows good drought tolerance.
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the stem.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact shape and encourage dense, bushy growth with fresh colourful foliage.
• Fertilise in spring with a slow-release native plant fertiliser or general-purpose balanced feed for optimal growth.

• Scale insects and mealybugs can occasionally appear on stems and leaf undersides; treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap applied fortnightly until cleared.
• Fungal leaf spot may develop in overly humid conditions with poor air circulation; remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering.
• Root rot occurs from waterlogged soil or poor drainage; ensure excellent drainage and allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
• Aphids may cluster on new growth during spring; blast off with water or use organic pest control methods.