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Copeosma Fire Burst

Mirror plant. Striking small evergreen shrub with glossy foliage variegated green, cream and pink. The new leaves transform from creamy orange tones in spring through to fiery Orange red in autumn and winter.

Neutral to acidic, moist but well drained soil in full sun to part shade protected from harsh winter frosts. Ideal in a sheltered sunny border or patio container.

Height and spread 1.5 x 1.5m

Planted in centre of the sunny border by the arch. Died during winter 2014/15

Photos of this plant

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