Coprosma Taiko

Name: Coprosma Taiko
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11185f
Price: 20.79 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

5

Coprosma propinqua Taiko, Coprosma acerosa Taiko

Coprosma Taiko is a fast-growing, NZ native that produces prostrate stems that host olive green leaves which often develop purple tones in winter. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun. Coprosma Taiko is commonly mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, used in rock gardens, included in borders, or planted on the edge of a wall where it can spill over the edge.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Coprosma propinqua Taiko, Coprosma acerosa Taiko

Coprosma Taiko Details

Coprosma Taiko is a fast-growing, NZ native shrub that is often used as a groundcover. This Coprosma produces prostrate stems that host olive green leaves which often develop purple tones in winter. Small, inconspicuous flowers in summer are followed by blue berries in autumn which add additional interest to this plant. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It tolerates dry periods, wind, coastal conditions, and frost. Coprosma Taiko is commonly mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, used in rock gardens, included in borders, or planted on the edge of a wall where it can spill over the edge. This is an ideal plant for tough locations and where a low maintenance plant is required.