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Coprosma Ground Cover Nz

Coprosma kirkii green foliage held on yellow stems.

Coprosma kirkii

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Coprosma kirkii, also known as Kirk's Coprosma, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover featuring dense, spreading growth and small, olive-green leaves. Growing up to 80 cm tall and spreading to 2 metres wide, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for covering banks, coastal gardens, and areas requiring erosion control, adding year-round interest to native landscapes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Coprosma kirkii Variegata

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Coprosma kirkii Variegata is a ground cover plant that features horizontal, slender stems that host leaves that are variegated cream and green. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1.5 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Coprosma kirkii Variegata is especially good for covering banks, including in coastal gardens, using as an attractive groundcover, maintaining in a container, planting around living areas such as swimming pools, or growing around the base of taller trees.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
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