Coprosma repens (Taupata, Mirror Plant)

What is the Coprosma repens (Taupata) hedge spacing?

Coprosma repens makes for a fantastic and interesting hedge. The recommended spacing is 50 cm apart to achieve a dense hedge quickly. You can increase the spacing up to 1 m apart, but the hedge will tend to be broader and take longer to fill in. Taupata hedges are generally trimmed late winter or spring of each year.

Landscaping uses for Coprosma repens in NZ

Coprosma repens is an excellent choice in landscaping projects. It is commonly included in mixed plantings, used in woodland gardens, around stream and pond areas, or planted to attract birds. The glossy leaves and hardy nature make this plant ideal for coastal and modern gardens. This hardy, NZ native can also be trimmed into a hedge or grown as an informal hedge.

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plants) for sale in NZ

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Does Coprosma repens have flowers?

Coprosma repens produces small, often inconspicuous flowers during spring and summer. It's important to note that Coprosma repens is dioecious, meaning that male and female flowers grow on separate plants. Male flowers appear in dense clusters, while female flowers are in smaller clusters. After flowering, female plants produce colourful berries which add further visual interest to this plant.

Why is the common name for Coprosma repens?

Coprosma repens is commonly known as Taupata. This is the most frequently used common name for this plant. Other common names include "mirror bush", "mirror plant", or "looking-glass bush", which all refer to the glossy leaves.