Coprosma X kirkii

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Coprosma X kirkii

Creeping Mirror Plant

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Information by: Cornflower Farms Photographer: GardenSoft

Description

This spreading evergreen shrub grows 1-3 ft. high and 2-5 ft. wide with small glossy leaves. Tolerates clay soils, mild drought situations, and wind.

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red, White

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.