Mirror Plant
Coprosma repens
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
Repens Pacific SunriseCoprosma repensMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#2MonroviaFrom$59.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterLow to Moderate
Mature size3–10 ft × 3–8 ft
About Mirror Plant
Mirror plant (Coprosma repens) is a glossy-leafed evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, prized for its brilliantly reflective foliage available in green, gold, pink, and variegated forms. Hardy in USDA zones 9a–11b, it thrives in NE Florida's heat and salt air, making it an outstanding choice for hedges, screens, or containers in coastal landscapes. Starting at $59.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
Light
Mirror plant thrives in full sun to part shade. In NE Florida, full sun produces the most vibrant foliage color. It tolerates heat well and is highly salt-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for coastal NE Florida landscapes.
Water
Water regularly to establish; once established, mirror plant is moderately drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods in NE Florida's sandy soil. Avoid soggy conditions — root rot is the primary risk.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Mirror plant is not fussy about fertility; feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support new growth. Excellent salt tolerance makes it suitable for coastal and beachside sites.
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Common questions
Is Mirror Plant a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mirror Plant is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3–10 ft × 3–8 ft.