Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

Coprosma Hawera

5 from 2 customers

Sand Coprosma, Tātaraheke

Coprosma Hawera, also known as Sand Coprosma or Tātaraheke, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover shrub featuring fine, green foliage on orange stems. Growing up to 40 cm tall and spreading to 1.5 metres wide, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, tolerating coastal conditions, wind, and drought. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for covering banks, rock gardens, and areas requiring erosion control, adding year-round interest to native landscapes.

coprosma-acerosa-hawera-5
coprosma-acerosa-hawera-6
Coprosma acerosa 'Hawera' ground cover in a rock garden.
coprosma-acerosa-hawera-1
coprosma-acerosa-hawera-2
coprosma-acerosa-hawera-4
The average plant height is 5 cm
$20.33

Buy more Coprosma Hawera (Sand Coprosma) plants and save - Free Shipping over $150.

Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Groundcover Plants
Height:40 cm
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSand Coprosma, Tātaraheke
Sku13713

What spacing to use for Coprosma Hawera as a ground cover?

Coprosma Hawera makes for a fantastic ground cover due 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.

What are the landscaping uses for Coprosma Hawera in NZ?

Coprosma Hawera 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 often somewhat neglected. Coprosma Hawera is favoured by landscape designers across NZ for its tidy form and versatility.

What is required for Coprosma Hawera care?

The most important part of Coprosma Hawera care is to make sure they have a well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged at any time. This, along with over-watering, are the main causes of plants to fail to perform or die. The next critical elements are weed control and The Plant Company recommends an organic mulch is spread around the plants after planting. They should be fed in spring with a native plant fertiliser. They rarely suffer from any pests or diseases but you may want to keep an eye out for mealy bugs. Overall, they are a very easy plant to care for.

Coprosma Hawera for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Coprosma Hawera for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your Coprosma needs and impress you with both our products and service!

What is the common name for Coprosma Hawera?

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

Questions and Answers

Have a question about Coprosma Hawera (Sand Coprosma)? We are here to help.

Reviews

5 from 2 customers
Sarah Williamson - Wellington

Thanks for sending well-grown plants and all the advice.

Francis Mason - Waikato

Great plants, thank you!

coprosma-repens-margarita-
Most Popular

Coprosma Margarita (Mirror Bush)

Coprosma Margarita, commonly known as Mirror Bush, features small and glossy leaves that are variegated green and brown. This evergreen grows...

From$21.69
A lush Coprosma repens shrub growing in a shaded position.
Most Popular

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

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...

From$20.33
Large Coprosma virescens shrub with brown stems and green leaves.
Most Popular

Coprosma virescens (Mikimiki)

Coprosma virescens, also known as Mingimingi or Mikimiki, is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub characterised by its dense, divaricating form...

From$21.69
Coprosma kirkii green foliage held on yellow stems.
Most Popular

Coprosma kirkii

Coprosma kirkii, commonly known as Creeping Coprosma, is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub valued for its dense, trailing habit and small glossy...

From$20.33
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant' plants with green foliage and blue flowers growing in a garden bed.
Most Popular

Ajuga 'Catlins Giant'

Ajuga 'Catlins Giant', commonly known as the Bugleweed plant, forms a mat of glossy, burgundy leaves as it grows to 25 cm tall and 80 cm wide. Stems...

From$18.97
westringia-fruticosa-3
Most Popular

Westringia fruticosa

Westringia fruticosa, commonly known as Coastal Rosemary, is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It features narrow, grey-green leaves held densely on...

From$20.33
juniperus-blue-star-
Most Popular

Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' (Juniperus Blue Star)

Juniperus Blue Star, commonly known as the Flaky Juniper, is a very showy, low growing conifer which is often used as a groundcover. It has fine...

From$64.60
Coprosma 'Black Cloud' shrub in a garden with black and green foliage.
Most Popular

Coprosma Black Cloud (Black Coprosma)

Coprosma Black Cloud is a compact, evergreen New Zealand native shrub renowned for its dense, dark brown to black foliage. Growing up to 70 cm tall...

From$17.61
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

413 Google reviews