Native Coprosma
General Info about Native Coprosma 🔽

aka Sand Dune Coprosma
Unique, unusual shrub that forms a cushiony mound of slender, twisting, intertwining branchlets. The stems have a golden tone. Suitable for Coastal planting.
10-20 cm
Height range of stock

Native. A spreading coprosma with dark brown foliage which darkens in winter to near black. Hardy and easy to grow. Makes a great groundcover for those tough spots in the garden. Will tolerate coastal conditions. Evergreen.
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
(Out of Stock) 5/15 cm QTY: ADD TO WAITLIST

aka Cocktail Coprosma Series
Developed for their bold range of year round colour. Black Velvet features stunning almost black foliage with a contrasting strip of crimson around the margin. Like other Coprosma, cooler weather deepens the foliage colours. An easy care shrub - perfect for pots or in mass for effect.Evergreen
Protect from heavy frost.
New stock expected Middle of October, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.
(Out of Stock) 15/25 cm QTY: ADD TO WAITLIST

Native. A wiry prostrate shrub at home in dry coastal conditions. Twisting interlacing branches with chocolate brown foliage. Bright blue bead-like berries in autumn. Makes a thick dense mat. Good on dunes, banks and walls. Evergreen.
10-20 cm
Height range of stock

aka Upright or Brown Coprosma
NZ Native shrub. A stiffly erect Coprosma with tiny leaves that is ideal for formal planting, hedging or containers. An amazing chocolate coffee colour contrasts well against other foliage. Grows well in full sun. Can be kept trimmed. PVR.
40-50cm
Height range of stock

aka Mirror Plant
Native. A fabulous foliage plant with clean shiny foliage that has golden tones in summer. As autumn approaches and the temperatures drop the foliage gradually changes to tones of deep orange and fiery red. Will grow just about anywhere but needs protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. PVR1086.
'Evening Glow' will benefit from a hair cut every now and then. This is best done around about February on a warm dry day.
15-20 cm
Height range of stock

Poor old Freddy not only is he flat he's not really all that handsome and can easily be walked upon. However he is very tough and hardy and will cover a lot of ground. Great little native to plant in difficult sites. Interesting fine brownish foliage on flat brown stems. Evergreen.
0-5 cm
Height range of stock

aka Mirror Plant
With year round interest, this great little shrub has golden summer tones with splashes of lime green and orange which intensify in the winter. Excellent for small hedges, group plantings or for adding colour contrast. Plant in sun or part shade with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Stock of this item is very low.
10-20 cm
Height range of stock

Golden Star has been bred in New Zealand for our conditions and has been selected for its earth golden tones that will fit in any garden situation. Stays tidy and compact. As Autumn approaches the colours change to more Golden. Great to bring some colour other than green to any garden.
'Golden Star' will benefit from a hair cut every now and then. This is best done around about February on a warm dry day.
New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $29.99. Payment on order.
(Out of Stock) 10/15 cm QTY: ADD TO WAITLIST

aka Sand Dune Coprosma
NZ Native. This form was discovered on cliffs near Hawera. It is a ground hugging native that forms a tight mat of small narrow olive green leaves. Excellent landscape plant for covering large areas of ground. Hardy, tolerant of cold and wind. Evergreen.
5-10 cm
Height range of stock
5-10 cm
Height range of stock
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