Coprosma kirkii

Name: Coprosma kirkii
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10377g
Price: 23.77 NZD
Availability: InStock

Coprosma x Kirkii, Kirks Coprosma

Coprosma kirkii (aka Coprosma x Kirkii), features horizontal and slender stems that host small, olive-green leaves. Translucent, white berries are produced among the branches in autumn as it grows to 80 cm tall and 2 m wide. Coprosma kirkii is especially good for covering banks, including in coastal gardens, using as an attractive groundcover, maintaining in container, planting around the swimming pool area, or growing around the base of taller trees.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Groundcover Plants
Height:	80 cm
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Coprosma x Kirkii, Kirks Coprosma

Coprosma kirkii Details

Coprosma kirkii (aka Coprosma x Kirkii), commonly known as Kirks Coprosma, is a handsome and popular, NZ native, ground cover plant. Its horizontal and slender stems, and small, olive-green leaves make this a lovely plant. Translucent, white berries are produced among the branches in autumn. It typically grows to 80 cm tall and 2 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. This Coprosma grows well on a wide range of soils and tolerates wind, coastal environments, moderate frost, and cool climates. It does grow best, however, when planted in a full sun position on a well-drained site. Coprosma kirkii is especially good for covering banks, including in coastal gardens, using as an attractive groundcover, maintaining in container, planting around the swimming pool area, or growing around the base of taller trees.

Coprosma kirkii Ground Cover Spacing

Coprosma kirkii makes for a fantastic ground cover due its short stature and dense growth habit. The ideal spacing is 75 cm apart if you want a dense covering quickly. You can increase the spacing to 1.2 m apart if you have time but that may also involve a bit more weeding as you wait for the plants to merge.