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100x Coprosma Kirkii - $3.99 each

Coprosma kirkii

Common Names: Kirks Coprosma, Groundcover Coprosma
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Groundcover

Overview:

Coprosma kirkii is a hardy, ground-hugging native shrub prized for its dense, spreading habit and attractive grey-green foliage. Perfect for banks, retaining walls, or underplanting, it forms a low mat that helps suppress weeds and stabilise soil. Its subtle texture and resilience make it a valuable addition to native, coastal, or low-maintenance landscapes.

Key Features:

  • Foliage: Small, oval, grey-green leaves with a leathery texture; provides a soft, natural look year-round.

  • Flowers / Fruit: Tiny, inconspicuous greenish flowers followed by small bluish or white berries that may attract birds.

  • Form & Habit: Low, spreading mat-forming shrub; hugs the ground closely.

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

  • Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent groundcover for erosion control and habitat for insects and small reptiles.

Mature Size:

Attribute Size
Height 10–30 cm (very low)
Spread 1–2 m wide
Form Prostrate, mat-forming groundcover

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Requirement Detail
Light Full sun to partial shade
Water Low to moderate once established
Soil Well-drained; tolerates sandy or rocky soils
pH Range Neutral to slightly alkaline
Frost Tolerance Hardy to approx. –5 °C

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

  • Groundcover for slopes, banks, or retaining walls

  • Native garden underplanting

  • Coastal and dry gardens

  • Weed suppression in mass plantings

  • Rock gardens and modern native designs

Care & Maintenance:

  • Pruning: Occasional trim to tidy edges or keep within bounds

  • Watering: Minimal once established; occasional watering in dry periods

  • Feeding: Light application of balanced or native fertiliser in spring

  • Pests & Diseases: Very low maintenance; generally pest- and disease-free

  • Additional Tips: Avoid waterlogged soils; ideal for exposed, sunny areas

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

Named after botanist Thomas Kirk, this species is endemic to New Zealand and plays a valuable role in native ecosystems as groundcover in open shrublands and coastal areas.

Why Choose Coprosma kirkii?

Coprosma kirkii is one of the best native groundcovers available — compact, hardy, and ideal for controlling erosion or adding a soft, low-texture layer in tough planting zones. Its dense, spreading form is perfect for low-maintenance landscapes with a natural feel.

Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.

$83.14

Original: $237.54

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Description

Coprosma kirkii

Common Names: Kirks Coprosma, Groundcover Coprosma
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Groundcover

Overview:

Coprosma kirkii is a hardy, ground-hugging native shrub prized for its dense, spreading habit and attractive grey-green foliage. Perfect for banks, retaining walls, or underplanting, it forms a low mat that helps suppress weeds and stabilise soil. Its subtle texture and resilience make it a valuable addition to native, coastal, or low-maintenance landscapes.

Key Features:

  • Foliage: Small, oval, grey-green leaves with a leathery texture; provides a soft, natural look year-round.

  • Flowers / Fruit: Tiny, inconspicuous greenish flowers followed by small bluish or white berries that may attract birds.

  • Form & Habit: Low, spreading mat-forming shrub; hugs the ground closely.

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

  • Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent groundcover for erosion control and habitat for insects and small reptiles.

Mature Size:

Attribute Size
Height 10–30 cm (very low)
Spread 1–2 m wide
Form Prostrate, mat-forming groundcover

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Requirement Detail
Light Full sun to partial shade
Water Low to moderate once established
Soil Well-drained; tolerates sandy or rocky soils
pH Range Neutral to slightly alkaline
Frost Tolerance Hardy to approx. –5 °C

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

  • Groundcover for slopes, banks, or retaining walls

  • Native garden underplanting

  • Coastal and dry gardens

  • Weed suppression in mass plantings

  • Rock gardens and modern native designs

Care & Maintenance:

  • Pruning: Occasional trim to tidy edges or keep within bounds

  • Watering: Minimal once established; occasional watering in dry periods

  • Feeding: Light application of balanced or native fertiliser in spring

  • Pests & Diseases: Very low maintenance; generally pest- and disease-free

  • Additional Tips: Avoid waterlogged soils; ideal for exposed, sunny areas

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

Named after botanist Thomas Kirk, this species is endemic to New Zealand and plays a valuable role in native ecosystems as groundcover in open shrublands and coastal areas.

Why Choose Coprosma kirkii?

Coprosma kirkii is one of the best native groundcovers available — compact, hardy, and ideal for controlling erosion or adding a soft, low-texture layer in tough planting zones. Its dense, spreading form is perfect for low-maintenance landscapes with a natural feel.

Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.