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Coprosma Taiko is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover shrub featuring small, glossy green leaves that develop purple tones in winter. Growing up to 50 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, alpine gardens, and areas requiring erosion control, adding year-round interest to native landscapes.

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The average plant height is 15 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:50 cm
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku11185

Coprosma Taiko plant spacing

Coprosma Taiko makes a fine addition to a garden where it is often used as a ground cover or planted as discrete plants that don’t merge. For a ground cover they are best planted 1 m apart. Spacing them at 1.5 m apart will take longer for them to fill in and potentially more weeding. It they are planted to become discrete, the ideal spacing is 2.5 m apart.

What are the landscaping uses for Coprosma Taiko in NZ?

Coprosma Taiko is a great choice in landscaping projects. It is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in woodland gardens, planting around stream and pond areas, or simply planted to provide textural interest. The hardy nature of this makes it ideal for coastal gardens while the texture is well-suited for modern gardens. This hardy, NZ native makes for a fabulous ground cover and is popular with landscape designers across the country.

Coprosma Taiko for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Coprosma Taiko 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 are the best growing conditions for Coprosma Taiko?

Coprosma Taiko grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. We cannot emphasise enough the importance of good drainage as plants can become diseased and die if drainage is poor or they become waterlogged. It will tolerate coastal environments, wind, and frost. Overall, it is a hardy plant that is tolerant of a wide range of conditions.

What size does Coprosma Taiko grow to?

Coprosma Taiko typically grows to about 50 cm tall and 1.5 metres wide. It grows as a rounded shrub and can be trimmed as necessary to whatever size is desired.

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5 from 1 customers
Annie Whiteside - Taranaki

Happy & healthy plants, both are in the ground & growing happily. Thank you!

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