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Discover the beauty and resilience of Coprosma crassifolia NZ, an exceptional native shrub that thrives across a variety of New Zealand landscapes. Endemic to our country, Coprosma crassifolia offers gardeners an attractive, hardy option for both ornamental and practical plantings. With its slender, crisscrossing branches, tiny leathery leaves, and subtle seasonal colour changes, this Coprosma is perfect for native garden designs, coastal settings, and ecological restoration projects.

Coprosma crassifolia (Mingimingi)

Mingimingi, Thick-Leaved Coprosma

Coprosma crassifolia, commonly known as Mingimingi, is a hardy New Zealand native shrub characterised by small, thick, glossy green leaves and wide-angled, reddish branches. Growing up to 4 metres tall, it thrives in coastal, lowland, and lower montane shrublands and forests. The plant produces white to pale-yellow berries that attract birds and lizards, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens, hedging, and revegetation projects.

Coprosma crassifolia large shrub in a native planting.
  • 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
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Why Choose Coprosma Crassifolia NZ?

Coprosma crassifolia NZ is valued for its adaptability and low maintenance requirements. It’s well-suited to dry, rocky sites, tolerating poor soils and coastal exposure. The shrub performs best in full sun to part shade, and once established, it’s highly drought-resistant—ideal for sustainable gardens or properties where irrigation is limited. Its dense branching habit forms a tidy, rounded structure, providing a useful screen or hedge.

Native Biodiversity and Conservation

Coprosma crassifolia NZ supports local biodiversity, attracting native birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects with its modest flowers and fruit. If you’re creating a NZ native garden or seeking to restore a patch of bush, this plant makes an excellent companion to other indigenous species. Consider pairing it with groundcovers like Coprosma Hawera (Sand Coprosma) or shrubs such as Coprosma virescens (Mikimiki) for a layered, natural look.

Uses in the Garden

With its tolerant, robust nature, Coprosma crassifolia NZ is perfect for:

For gardeners seeking visual interest, its slender foliage and intricate branching give year-round texture. If you wish to mix textures and colours, try combining Coprosma crassifolia with colourful varieties such as Coprosma Margarita (Mirror Bush) or the compact Coprosma 'Mini Mac'.

Growing and Care Tips

Plant Coprosma crassifolia NZ in well-drained soil and provide space to accommodate its natural rounded shape. Water regularly initially, but reduce watering as it establishes. Pruning is rarely needed, but occasional trimming can shape and tidy the plant. For larger garden projects or ecological restoration, combine Coprosma crassifolia with NZ species like Phyllocladus alpinus (Mountain Toatoa) for greater diversity.

Explore More Native and Exotic Options

If you love the versatility of Coprosma crassifolia NZ, explore other unique and reliable shrubs in our range, including Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant). For a splash of flower colour, consider pairing with Fuchsia 'Electric Lights', Cuphea Robs Mauve, Tetratheca Bi Bells, or Abutilon Lucky Lantern White.

Coprosma crassifolia NZ is a superb addition to any garden, delivering resilience, beauty, and environmental value year after year.


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