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Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' 15cm

Name: Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' 15cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: CoprosChocsold15cm
Price: 10.0 EUR
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Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier'

Chocolate-toned, dangerously attractive 🔥

Family: Rubiaceae • Pot diameter: 15 cm • Height: 20 cm

Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' stands out for its glossy, deep chocolate foliage with warm khaki and bronze undertones that add rich visual depth all year. Its compact, rounded habit keeps clean lines and fits both modern and classic schemes. In entrances, balconies and planters it acts as an instant focal point, upgrading the space from day one. Choose it when you want strong, refined impact with limited volume, uniform repetition in rows, and reliable, premium presence in every season.

Rubiaceae Evergreen Sun/Part shade Easy care Ornamental shrub

Light

☀️ Sun–Part shade

Deeper tones with more light.

Water

💧 Moderate

Free-draining mix.

Temperature

🌡️ down to ~ −2 °C

Protect from frost.

Soil

🌱 Well-drained

Coastal tolerant.

What makes it special

🎨 Glossy, chocolate foliage with warm accents
🏛️ Compact, rounded habit for crisp lines
🏖️ Great for coastal schemes

Great for

🎯 Balcony or entrance planters
🧱 Borders and low hedges
🧩 Compositions with natural materials (wood, stone, metal)

Where to place it

Sun to part shade with excellent drainage. In cooler months the tones deepen, giving striking seasonal contrast.

Planting companions

Silver/grey foliage (e.g., Helichrysum) for clean contrast and to highlight the sheen.
Green shrubs (Pittosporum, Myrtus) for calm, cohesive planting.
Seasonal flowers in warm hues to orchestrate colour along a planter run.

Variety origin click to read

Taxonomy & genus: Coprosma is a New Zealand genus in Rubiaceae, known for glossy, leathery leaves and tolerance of windy, saline sites.

Selection & improvement: 'Chocolate Soldier' was selected for dark, high-gloss chocolate tones and a steady, rounded habit, aiming for clean form, stable colour and uniform behaviour in urban plantings.

Distribution: Circulated via nursery networks in New Zealand/Europe, widely used in planters and low borders.

Naming & character: The name reflects the warm, dark colourway and “disciplined” architecture that holds shape with minimal intervention.

1) Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral; in pots use universal mix with perlite/pumice.

2) Watering: Moderate; let the top layer dry between waterings.

3) Light/Temperature: Sun/part shade; darkest tones show in cooler months.

🔎 Detail	Info
🌿 Botanical name	Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier'
🪴 Pot/Size	15 cm • 20 cm tall
☀️ Light	Sun to part shade
💧 Water	Moderate; free-draining
🌡️ Temperature	Down to ~ −2 °C (protect from frost)
📈 Growth	Compact, slow–medium
🐾 Toxicity	Suitable for homes with children and pets

💡 Tip: Against light surfaces (stone, concrete, light oak) the chocolate foliage pops with dramatic contrast.

🤔 Did you know? The high gloss is a natural waxy cuticle that reduces water loss and stands up to coastal spray.

Why you’ll love it

✨ Premium, glossy chocolate palette; ready-made rounded form for clean design; stable colour year-round.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific facts nobody asked for

🧬 Family Rubiaceae (coffee relatives).
🔬 Dark tones intensify via anthocyanin build-up in cooler temperatures.
🌱 The waxy epidermis drives the sheen and coastal tolerance.

☀️ What light does it need?

Sun to part shade; for deeper chocolate hues, give more light in cooler months.

💧 How often do I water?

Moderately; water when the top layer dries, prioritising good drainage.

🌡️ What temperatures can it handle?

Down to about −2 °C; protect or move to shelter during frost events.

🌱 What soil does it prefer?

Well-drained, rich in organic matter; in pots, a universal mix with perlite/pumice.

🔎 Note: Natural variation applies; your plant may differ slightly in form, size or coloration depending on season and growing conditions.

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Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' 15cm

Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' 15cm

Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier'

Light

Water

Temperature

Soil

What makes it special

Great for

Where to place it

Planting companions

Coprosma 'Chocolate Soldier' 15cm Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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