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Coprosma virescens (Mikimiki)

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Mikimiki, Mingimingi

Coprosma virescens, also known as Mingimingi or Mikimiki, is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub characterised by its dense, divaricating form, featuring tangled, coppery-orange branches and tiny, green leaves. Growing up to 2 metres tall and 1.5 metres wide, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, tolerating drought, wind, frost, and coastal conditions. This low-maintenance shrub is ideal for hedging, alpine gardens, and ecological restoration projects.

Large Coprosma virescens shrub with brown stems and green leaves.
Coprosma virescens stems and green leaves.
Coprosma virescens stems and green leaves on a large plant.
Coprosma virescens foliage on a large plant.
Large Coprosma virescens shrub with brown stems.
The average plant height is 10 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Ponds
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian, Woodland
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asMikimiki, Mingimingi
Sku10079

Landscaping uses for Coprosma virescens in NZ

Coprosma virescens 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 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 can also be trimmed into a hedge or grown as an informal hedge.

How to grow a Coprosma virescens hedge

Coprosma virescens hedges are not only functional but also add tremendous interest and texture to a garden. To grow a Coprosma virescens hedge, the plants should be spaced 50 cm apart. If you desire a dense hedge faster, feel free to space them 40 cm apart. If you space them out to 75 cm apart, the hedge will take longer to fill in and tend to be a lot broader. Trimming should be undertaken during the active growth period in spring, with just the sides trimmed, allowing the plants to continue growing upwards. Most Coprosma virescens hedges are kept to about 1 m tall, and with regular trimming, they look amazing!

Coprosma virescens (Mingimingi) plants for sale in NZ

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What are the best growing conditions for Coprosma virescens?

Coprosma virescens 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, they become waterlogged, or both. It will tolerate coastal environments, wind, and frost.

What is the common name for Coprosma virescens?

The common name for Coprosma virescens is Mingimingi. It's one of several Coprosma species that are commonly referred to as mingimingi in New Zealand. To be more specific, it's sometimes referred to as forest mingimingi to distinguish it from other similar-looking species.

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