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Coprosma Cunninghamii

Coprosma cunninghamii

Common Names: Creeping Coprosma, Shrubby Coprosma
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub

Overview:

Coprosma cunninghamii is a slender, elegant native shrub noted for its fine, delicate foliage and graceful form. Its small, narrow leaves often feature a subtle variegation with shades of green and cream, adding texture and interest to gardens. Perfect for low hedges, coastal gardens, and naturalistic plantings, it offers both beauty and resilience.

Key Features:

  • Foliage: Small, narrow leaves with green and cream variegation; evergreen and softly textured.

  • Flowers / Fruit: Inconspicuous flowers followed by small orange to red berries that attract native birds.

  • Form & Habit: Upright, slender shrub with an open to moderately dense habit.

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

  • Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides habitat and food for native wildlife; commonly used in restoration plantings.

Mature Size:

Attribute Size
Height 1.5–3 m
Spread 1–2 m
Form Upright, slender shrub

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Requirement Detail
Light Full sun to partial shade
Water Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil Well-drained soils
pH Range Neutral to slightly acidic
Frost Tolerance Hardy to approx. –5 °C

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

  • Coastal and native gardens

  • Low hedges and screening

  • Wildlife gardens supporting birds and insects

  • Restoration and naturalistic plantings

  • Mixed shrub borders

Care & Maintenance:

  • Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushiness, best done after flowering.

  • Watering: Regular watering during establishment; moderate watering afterward.

  • Feeding: Apply balanced fertiliser in spring to support growth.

  • Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-free; monitor occasionally for scale.

  • Additional Tips: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

This species is named after Allan Cunningham, a 19th-century botanist who contributed significantly to New Zealand plant exploration.

Why Choose Coprosma cunninghamii?

With its elegant form, delicate variegated foliage, and native resilience, Coprosma cunninghamii is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a graceful, wildlife-friendly shrub.

Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.

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Description

Coprosma cunninghamii

Common Names: Creeping Coprosma, Shrubby Coprosma
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub

Overview:

Coprosma cunninghamii is a slender, elegant native shrub noted for its fine, delicate foliage and graceful form. Its small, narrow leaves often feature a subtle variegation with shades of green and cream, adding texture and interest to gardens. Perfect for low hedges, coastal gardens, and naturalistic plantings, it offers both beauty and resilience.

Key Features:

  • Foliage: Small, narrow leaves with green and cream variegation; evergreen and softly textured.

  • Flowers / Fruit: Inconspicuous flowers followed by small orange to red berries that attract native birds.

  • Form & Habit: Upright, slender shrub with an open to moderately dense habit.

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

  • Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides habitat and food for native wildlife; commonly used in restoration plantings.

Mature Size:

Attribute Size
Height 1.5–3 m
Spread 1–2 m
Form Upright, slender shrub

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Requirement Detail
Light Full sun to partial shade
Water Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil Well-drained soils
pH Range Neutral to slightly acidic
Frost Tolerance Hardy to approx. –5 °C

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

  • Coastal and native gardens

  • Low hedges and screening

  • Wildlife gardens supporting birds and insects

  • Restoration and naturalistic plantings

  • Mixed shrub borders

Care & Maintenance:

  • Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushiness, best done after flowering.

  • Watering: Regular watering during establishment; moderate watering afterward.

  • Feeding: Apply balanced fertiliser in spring to support growth.

  • Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-free; monitor occasionally for scale.

  • Additional Tips: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

This species is named after Allan Cunningham, a 19th-century botanist who contributed significantly to New Zealand plant exploration.

Why Choose Coprosma cunninghamii?

With its elegant form, delicate variegated foliage, and native resilience, Coprosma cunninghamii is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a graceful, wildlife-friendly shrub.

Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.