Coprosma prostrata

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Coprosma prostrata is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover shrub featuring small, glossy green leaves densely packed on rigid stems. Growing up to 50 cm tall and spreading to 1.5 meters 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, controlling erosion, and adding year-round interest to native landscapes.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Groundcover Plants
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Paths & Steps
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	11181

What is the optimum plant spacing for Coprosma prostrata?

Coprosma prostrata makes a fine addition to a garden and it is important to have the correct plant spacing. Generally, they are planted to become discrete balls rather than merging. The ideal spacing is 1.5 m apart if you want Coprosma prostrata to be discrete plants. At a 75 cm spacing the plants will merge and become an effective ground cover.

What are the landscaping uses for Coprosma prostrata in NZ?

Coprosma prostrata is a great choice in landscaping projects. It is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in woodland gardens, or planted around stream and pond areas as either a fantastic ground cover plant or as a standalone plant. The glossy leaves and hardy nature makes this plant ideal for coastal and modern gardens.