coprosma repens hedge

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
Price range: Contact Us
Rating: 4.8/5

A Coprosma repens hedge (Taupata or Mirror Plant) is a stunning, practical feature for New Zealand gardens. Known for its glossy, mirror-like foliage and robust growth habits, Coprosma repens creates lush, evergreen borders that thrive in coastal and urban environments. With its hardy nature and unique leaf colour, this native shrub offers privacy, wind protection, and year-round garden interest, making it a favourite choice for hedging throughout the country.

Coprosma repens (Taupata)

5

Taupata, Mirror Bush

Coprosma repens, also known as Taupata or Mirror Plant, is a robust New Zealand native shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage. Growing up to 3 metres tall and 2 metres wide, it thrives in coastal conditions, tolerating salt spray and wind.

Coprosma repens (Taupata)

A lush Coprosma repens shrub growing in a shaded position.

Suited to regions:
All regions
Plant type:
Shrubs
Height:
3.00 m
Spread:
2.00 m
Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:
Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian

More species and varieties of Coprosma

Popular Evergreen Shrubs

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring Coprosma or Evergreen Shrubs. Alternatively, forage through similar ideas like taupata coprosma repens, and Coprosma repens Taupata.

Search Coprosma repens (Taupata)

Why Choose Coprosma repens for Hedging?

Coprosma repens is renowned for its resilience and adaptability. The shiny, bronze-green leaves reflect sunlight, giving hedges a vibrant, polished appearance. It tolerates salt spray, wind, and dry spells, making it ideal for coastal gardens and exposed sites. Fast-growing and low-maintenance, a Coprosma repens hedge responds well to trimming and shaping, allowing you to maintain sharp lines or soft, natural curves. Whether you’re looking to create a living fence for privacy, shelter, or simply add architectural interest, Coprosma repens delivers reliable performance with minimal fuss.

Planting and Care Tips

For best results, plant Coprosma repens hedges in well-drained soil with plenty of sun, although they can handle partial shade too. Dig in organic matter to improve soil health and keep new hedges well-watered until established. Space your plants 80 centimetres apart for a dense, tidy hedge. Regular trimming will encourage bushy growth and keep your hedge looking neat and uniform.

Coprosma repens is rarely troubled by pests or diseases. The glossy leaves shed salt and dust, ensuring your hedge stays attractive throughout the year. For variety in your garden, pair your Coprosma repens hedge with other hardy natives like Coprosma Hawera (Sand Coprosma) and Coprosma kirkii, both of which provide excellent ground cover beneath hedges.

Design Ideas for Mirror Plant Hedges

Coprosma repens complements a range of garden styles. Use it as a smart boundary hedge along driveways or pathways. Its glossy foliage brings light and movement to shady sites, working beautifully alongside textured shrubs such as Cordyline Green Goddess or flowering additions like Azalea 'Banana Beauty' and Hydrangea Villosa. For a bolder, contemporary look, mix Coprosma repens with contrasting foliage from Grevillea Soopa Doopa or Leucospermum 'Caroline'.

Explore More Coprosma Varieties

Expand your garden palette with other standout Coprosma varieties. Coprosma Margarita (Mirror Bush) features striking foliage variegation. For compact hedges and containers, try Coprosma 'Mini Mac'. If you're seeking a lighter, airy effect, Coprosma virescens (Mikimiki) is a graceful option.

A Coprosma repens hedge transforms Kiwi gardens with glossy foliage, durability, and native charm—perfect for landscape projects where style meets substance.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.