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Coprosma Lobster

Coprosma rugosa Lobster, Mountain Coprosma , Needle Coprosma, Lobster Coprosma

Coprosma Lobster, commonly known as Mountain Coprosma or Needle Coprosma, features tiny, green leaves are held on the narrow, orange branches which intertwine to give the shrub a tangled and twisted appearance. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1.2 m wide. Coprosma Lobster is commonly used in coastal or alpine gardens, added to mixed plantings, grown as a groundcover, mass planted on a bank, or maintained in a container.

Coprosma Lobster plant in a garden with vibrant red foliage.
The average plant height is 30 cm
$20.79
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:60 cm
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCoprosma rugosa Lobster, Mountain Coprosma , Needle Coprosma, Lobster Coprosma

Coprosma Lobster Details

Coprosma Lobster, commonly known as Mountain Coprosma or Needle Coprosma, is a NZ native shrub renowned for its distinctive, lobster-red stems. Tiny, green leaves are held on the narrow branches which intertwine to give the shrub a tangled and twisted appearance. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1.2 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site, though colouring will be more intense in full sun. It tolerates extended dry periods, frost, cool climates, wind, and coastal conditions. Coprosma Lobster is commonly used in coastal or alpine gardens, added to mixed plantings, grown as a groundcover, mass planted on a bank, or maintained in a container. Landscape gardeners often use this Coprosma to provide texture, interest, and to contrast with other plant colours. It is a low maintenance and very rewarding plant.

Coprosma Lobster Plant Spacing

Coprosma Lobster makes a fine addition to a garden and it is important to get the plant spacing right. Generally, they are planted to become discrete balls rather than merging. The ideal spacing is 2.5 m apart if you want them to be discrete. At a 1 m spacing the plants will merge and become an effective ground cover.

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