Coprosma ‘Hawera’
Description:
Dense, low-growing native shrub with small, glossy green leaves that hug the stems, giving it a neat, compact appearance. It forms a tidy mound or mat, often cascading attractively over edges. The foliage takes on bronze or orange tints in cooler months, adding seasonal interest. It’s hardy, salt-tolerant, and ideal for coastal or exposed gardens.
Height:
30–50 cm
Width:
1–1.5 m
Position
Full sun to light shade. Tolerates coastal wind and salt spray. Prefers a warm, open site
Soil
Well-drained soil. Tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils. Avoid heavy, waterlogged ground
Uses:
· Groundcover or edging plant
· Excellent for coastal gardens
· Ideal for rockeries, retaining walls, or slopes
· Great in pots or hanging planters for a cascading effect
· Mass planting for erosion control or low-maintenance areas
Care Tips:
· Low water needs once established; water occasionally during extended dry spells.
· Lightly trim to maintain compact shape if required.
· Feed in spring with a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser.
· Generally pest-free and hardy in Auckland’s mild climate.
· Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds; ensure good drainage in wetter months.
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