Coprosma acerosa (Sand Coprosma)

Coprosma acerosa, also known as Sand Coprosma or Tātaraheke, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover well-suited to exposed and coastal environments. It features dense, tangled, prostrate growth with delicate, needle-like foliage in shades of green to bronze. This tough plant is excellent for erosion control, dune stabilisation, and low-maintenance landscaping. It thrives in sandy, free-draining soils and tolerates wind, salt spray, and drought once established, making it an ideal choice for native, coastal, or dry gardens.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Groundcover Plants
Height:	30 cm
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	10071

Coprosma acerosa spacing as a ground cover

Coprosma acerosa makes for a fantastic ground cover due to its short stature and dense growth habit. The ideal spacing is 75 cm apart if you want a dense covering quickly. You can increase the spacing to 1.2 m apart if you have time, but that may also involve a bit more weeding as you wait for the plants to merge.

Landscaping uses for Coprosma acerosa (Sand Coprosma) in NZ

Coprosma acerosa is a popular choice in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted as a ground cover, where it is often used to cover a bank or the like. This hardy, NZ native is also perfect for gardens around commercial buildings that are frequently neglected. The Sand Coprosma is favoured by landscape designers across NZ for its tidy form and versatility.

Coprosma acerosa care

Coprosma acerosa is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in coastal and exposed conditions. Plant it in full sun with well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. It is highly tolerant of wind, salt spray, and drought once established, making it ideal for harsh environments. Water during dry spells in its first year to help it establish itself. Pruning is rarely needed but can be done to control the spread or shape.

Coprosma acerosa for sale in NZ

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What is the common name for Coprosma acerosa?

The common name for Coprosma acerosa is Sand coprosma. This name relates to its propensity to grow on dunes in its natural habitat.

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