Coprosma repens Marble Queen
Best low-maintenance shrub for adding year-round color to compact garden spaces.
The Marble Queen Coprosma is a dwarf, variegated evergreen shrub celebrated for its dense, compact form and striking foliage. Its glossy leaves display a beautiful mix of green and white, with chartreuse accents appearing in spring. This multi-stemmed shrub adds fine texture to any landscape. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is quite drought tolerant once established. With an upright, spreading habit, it's ideal for mass plantings, screening, or as a focal point in containers, offering year-round appeal with its smooth khaki bark.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Mature Height
4
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant foliage throughout the winter months
- Coastal homeowners needing salt-tolerant landscaping solutions
- Landscapers looking for versatile, drought-tolerant plant options
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with frequent hard freezes
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts wanting to avoid regular trimming
- Plant owners who prefer avoiding consistent pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage provides high-contrast color that elevates any garden design.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss growth habits make this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Container Versatility
Compact, upright form excels as a structural thriller in decorative pots.
Environmental Resilience
Drought tolerance and salt resistance ensure survival in challenging coastal conditions.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer aversion protects your landscape investment from common wildlife browsing.
Growth Predictability
Moderate, controlled growth keeps the shrub within its intended landscape footprint.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4 feet
Mature Width
5 feet
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Hardiness Zone
8b
Bark Color
Khaki (brownish-green)
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Deer Resistant
True
Features
- Attractive green and white glossy variegated leaves.
- Dense, compact habit for smaller spaces.
- Deer generally avoid this plant.
- Fine texture stands out in landscapes.
- Suitable as a 'thriller' in container gardens.
- Tolerates environmental salt.
- Low maintenance, can be pruned anytime.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Coprosma repens 'Marble Queen' upon purchase. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's stunning variegated foliage, noting its immediate impact as a design element in gardens and containers. The plant's robust nature and ease of establishment are major selling points, confirming its reliability even in challenging conditions. Consumers feel this plant offers excellent value, delivering vibrant color and texture that lasts. It is highly recommended for those seeking durable, visually striking groundcover.
Know before you buy
This shrub typically reaches a mature height of 4 feet and a width of 5 feet. Its compact, spreading habit makes it well-suited for smaller garden beds or containers.
The Marble Queen is considered low maintenance. It can be pruned at any time of the year to maintain your desired shape or size.
Yes, it is an excellent choice for containers. Its dense, variegated foliage makes it a perfect 'thriller' plant to anchor a decorative pot.
While no plant is completely deer-proof, the Marble Queen Coprosma is generally avoided by deer, making it a reliable choice for landscapes prone to browsing.
Yes, it is a great option for coastal areas because it tolerates environmental salt well. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 and above.
This shrub performs best in full sun to partial shade. Providing adequate light helps maintain the vibrancy of its green and white variegated leaves.
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