Coprosma crassifolia

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Mingimingi, Thick-Leaved Coprosma

Coprosma crassifolia, commonly known as Mingimingi or Thick-Leaved Coprosma, is a stiffly branched, NZ native shrub with small, dark green leaves held on wiry stems. It typically grows to 4 m tall and 2 m wide, performing best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Coprosma crassifolia is often trimmed into a hedge, used for shelter, included in riparian plantings, or maintained in a container.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	4.00 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Hedging, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Mingimingi, Thick-Leaved Coprosma

Coprosma crassifolia Details

Coprosma crassifolia, commonly known as Mingimingi, is a stiffly branched, NZ native shrub with small, dark green leaves. This wiry looking plant produces pale yellow berries in summer which are great for attracting birds. It is a hardy plant that typically grows to 4 m tall and 2 m wide, performing best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Mingimingi is tolerant of frost, cool climates, dry periods, wind, and coastal conditions. Coprosma crassifolia is a great plant to use on dry sites or where other plants have struggled to establish. It can be trimmed into a hedge, used for shelter, included in riparian plantings, or maintained in a container. This divaricating coprosma is a must for native revegetation plantings.

Coprosma crassifolia Hedge

Coprosma crassifolia hedges are not only functional but add amazing interest and texture to a garden. To grow a Coprosma crassifolia hedge, the plants should be spaced 50 cm apart. If you desire a dense hedge faster, feel free to space them 40 cm apart. If you space them out to 75 cm apart, the hedge will take longer to fill in and tend to a lot broader. Trimming should be undertaken during active growth in spring with just the sides trimmed so the plants continue to grow upwards. Most Coprosma crassifolia hedges are kept to about 1-2.5 m tall and with regular trimming they look amazing!