How much light does it need?

Sun to part shade. For stronger pink-red color, choose a sunnier spot in autumn–winter.

How often should I water?

Water when the top layer dries. Avoid prolonged root-zone moisture.

What temperatures can it handle?

Down to about -2°C. Protect from frost with a cover or move to shelter.

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Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'® 15cm

Name: Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'® 15cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: CoprosRainbSurpr15cm
Price: 10.0 EUR
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Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'®

Year-round color chameleon — shifting green to pink, cream and red 🌈

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

Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'® stands out for its glossy, multicolored foliage with cream and pink tones that intensify seasonally, delivering a dynamic look all year. Its compact, rounded habit keeps clean lines and pairs beautifully with both contemporary and classic schemes. In entrances, balconies and planters it acts as an instant focal point, elevating the space from day one. Choose it when you want high visual impact with a small footprint, seamless repetition in row plantings, and reliable presence across seasons.

Rubiaceae Evergreen Sun/Part shade Easy care Ornamental shrub

Light

☀️ Sun–Part shade

Stronger colors with more sun

Water

💧 Moderate

Well-drained mix

Temperature

🌡️ down to ~ -2°C

Protect from frost

Soil

🌱 Free-draining

Tolerates salinity

What makes it special

🌈 Glossy, multicolor foliage shifting pink–cream–red
🌬️ Wind & coastal spray tolerant
🧱 Compact, tidy habit for clean lines

Great for

🪴 Pots/planters on balconies
🌿 Low hedges & borders
🏖️ Coastal gardens

Where it thrives

Place in sun to part shade with excellent drainage. For deeper pink-red winter tones, choose a sunnier spot. In frost-prone areas, protect plants or grow in containers.

Planting companions

Silver/grey foliage (e.g., Helichrysum) to set off the multicolor leaves.
Green structural shrubs (Pittosporum, Myrtus) for calm, cohesive lines in rows.
Seasonal bloomers to add extra color rhythm along planters or entrances.

Variety origin

Taxonomy & genus: Coprosma (fam. Rubiaceae) includes New Zealand evergreens with glossy, leathery foliage and excellent tolerance to coastal, wind-exposed sites.

Selection & improvement: 'Rainbow Surprise'® was selected for high-gloss, polychromatic foliage (green centers with cream margins maturing to pink–red tones) and a compact, rounded habit. Breeding/selection is attributed to Growell Ornamental Plants (Rangiora, New Zealand), with Plant Variety Rights (PVR).

Distribution: EU supply via licensing from Van Vliet New Plants (NL) and partnered EU/UK nurseries, under the commercial name Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' (PBR).

Naming & character: “Rainbow Surprise” reflects the shifting palette (cream → pink → red) that intensifies in cooler weather, distinguishing it from steadier two-tone cultivars.

1) Mix: Free-draining, slightly acidic to neutral; in pots use universal mix + perlite/pumice.

2) Watering: Moderate; let the top 2–3 cm dry between waterings.

3) Light/Temp: Sun/part shade; protect below ~-2°C.

🔎 Detail	Info
🌿 Botanical	Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'®
🪴 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	Pet & child friendly

💡 Tip: Light spring pruning keeps the round shape and thickens the canopy.

🤔 Did you know? The “rainbow” effect comes from changing ratios of chlorophylls/carotenoids/anthocyanins with light intensity and temperature.

Why you’ll love it

✨ Multicolor, glossy foliage with seasonal shifts.
🌬️ Wind & salt tolerant.
🧱 Compact size for small spaces.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific facts nobody asked for

🧬 Family Rubiaceae (coffee’s family).
🔬 Pink-red hues intensify with cool weather (anthocyanin build-up).
🌱 Tolerates slightly alkaline soils if drainage is excellent.

☀️ How much light?

Sun to part shade; for stronger pink-red winter color, give more sun in autumn–winter.

💧 How often to water?

When the top layer has dried; avoid prolonged root-zone moisture.

🌡️ What temperatures?

To about -2°C; use frost cloth or move to shelter during freezes.

🌱 What soil?

Free-draining, organic-rich mix; in pots add perlite/pumice for aeration.

🔎 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 'Rainbow Surprise'® 15cm

Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'® 15cm

Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'®

Light

Water

Temperature

Soil

What makes it special

Great for

Where it thrives

Planting companions

Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'® 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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