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Coprosma 'Taiko'

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Coprosma 'Taiko' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its rich chocolate to deep burgundy foliage and naturally rounded form. This hardy selection performs extremely well in New Zealand conditions and provides dependable year round colour. It is ideal for gardeners wanting bold contrast and a low maintenance shrub for borders hedging and container planting.

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Coprosma acerosa 'Taiko' green foliage on prostrate stems.
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The average plant height is 20cm.
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 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, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku11185

How to grow Coprosma 'Taiko' in NZ

To grow Coprosma 'Taiko' in NZ, plant it in full sun to light shade in well drained soil. Full sun enhances the depth of foliage colour and keeps growth compact. Planting in autumn or spring supports strong root establishment. Water regularly during the first year and during extended dry periods. This plant tolerates wind coastal exposure and light frost once established.

Coprosma 'Taiko' care tips

Coprosma 'Taiko' is very easy to care for once established. Light trimming maintains its dense rounded shape and encourages fresh colourful growth. Feed with a general fertiliser in spring to support healthy foliage. Water during prolonged dry spells particularly when newly planted. This hardy shrub requires minimal ongoing maintenance in most NZ gardens.

Coprosma 'Taiko' size, spacing, and growth rate

Coprosma 'Taiko' typically grows to around 1 metre tall and wide forming a compact bushy shrub. Space plants approximately 80 cm apart for hedging or mass planting. It has a moderate growth rate and responds well to light pruning which helps maintain a tidy structured appearance over time.

Landscaping uses for Coprosma 'Taiko'

Coprosma 'Taiko' is ideal for low hedging border planting and container use. The dark foliage creates dramatic contrast against lighter shrubs grasses and flowering perennials. It works beautifully in modern gardens coastal landscapes and mixed shrub borders where year round colour and structure are important.

Why buy Coprosma 'Taiko' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Coprosma 'Taiko' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ's most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for strength and performance. We supply healthy well established plants provide expert growing advice and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

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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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