Coprosma robusta

Name: Coprosma robusta
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10078g
Price: 23.77 NZD
Availability: InStock
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Karamu, Karamū

Coprosma robusta, commonly known as Karamu or Glossy Karamū, is a fast growing, NZ native shrub. It features glossy, dark green leaves which are adorned with cream-coloured flowers in spring. Karamu can reach 6 m tall and 3 m wide though it can be trimmed as necessary. Coprosma robusta is ideal for planting around ponds and alongside streams, using in native restoration projects, adding to a mixed planting, or planting to attract birds.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	6.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Living areas, Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Karamu, Karamū

How to grow a Coprosma robusta hedge

A Coprosma robusta hedge can grow up to 75 cm per year and produces a dense screen quickly. The small leaves are held on a tight network of branches on this evergreen, which collectively makes it perfect for creating privacy in a garden or at the front of a property. The ideal plant spacing is 75 cm apart though you can plant at 50 cm apart if you desire the hedge to establish quicker. Coprosma robusta is suitable for both formal and informal hedges. Be sure to trim this fast-growing plant during summer if a formal hedge is required at any height between 1.5-3 m tall.

What are the landscaping uses for Coprosma robusta in NZ?

Coprosma robusta is a great choice in landscaping projects. It is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in woodland gardens, planting around stream and pond areas, or simply planted to provide textural interest and attract birds. The hardy nature of this makes it ideal for coastal gardens while the texture and colourful berries make it well-suited for modern gardens. This hardy, NZ native can also be trimmed into a hedge or grown as an informal hedge.

What are the best growing conditions for Coprosma robusta?

Coprosma robusta grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. We cannot emphasise enough the importance of good drainage as plants can become diseased and die if drainage is poor, they become waterlogged, or both. It will tolerate coastal environments, wind, and frost.

Coprosma robusta for sale in NZ

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What is the common name for Coprosma robusta?

The common name for Coprosma robusta is karamū. It is also sometimes referred to as glossy karamū.

What size does the Coprosma robusta tree grow to?

Coprosma robusta can reach 6 m tall and 3 m wide. This tree responds well to trimming which makes it ideal for growing as a hedge or trimming to a rounded shrub. Any trimming is best undertaken during summer.