Waxwing Lime Mirror Bush (Coprosma repens 'Waxwing Lime')
Coprosma REE-penz 'Waxwing Lime'

Evergreen Perennial (usually grown as an annual near you) Shrub

Coprosma repens 'Waxwing Lime', known as Wax Wings™ Lime mirror bush, is a bold and colorful evergreen shrub that offers vibrant foliage throughout the year. Its glossy, tiny, curly leaves display a striking combination of yellow, lime green, and mahogany purple, creating a swirling visual effect. Ideal for low hedges, edging, or as a vibrant addition to mixed flower gardens, this heat-tolerant plant thrives in USDA zones 9 and above. For those in colder climates, it can easily be brought indoors to serve as a lively houseplant during winter. With a height ranging from 12 to 30 inches, Wax Wings™ Lime is versatile and deer-resistant, making it a fantastic choice for diverse landscape designs. Its simple maintenance requirements and adaptability to both part sun and full sun conditions further enhance its appeal for gardeners.

Cons

This plant is probably not winter-hardy outdoors where you live.
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 12 - 30 inches tall. - 36 inches wide.
Sun Exposure Partial Sun - Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance Medium -
Zones 9a - 11b (Usually hardy to 20° F)
Tags Adaptable, Annual in Chicago, Colorful Foliage, Container, Edging, Evergreen, Fall Color, Fall interest, Filler, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Mass Planting, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Insignificant Flowers, Low Maintenance, Medium, Normal Soil, Partial Sun, Perennial, Well-Drained Soil, Winter Interest
Bloom Period Spring
Flower Color Green
Foliage Color

Commonly Planted with...

Consider pairing it with complementary plants like lavender or salvia for a fragrant and colorful display. Ornamental grasses, such as blue fescue or fountain grass, can add texture and movement, while flowering perennials like echinacea or daylilies provide seasonal interest. For a cohesive look, mix in other evergreen shrubs, such as boxwood or dwarf hollies.
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Field-Grown vs. Greenhouse-Grown Plants

Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.

Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.


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