Coprosma robusta
Karamu, Glossy karamu
Coprosma robusta is common in forest and scrubland throughout New Zealand. It is rather like C.repens but the leathery leaves are less glossy. It grows rapidly to 2-4m making it useful shelter while establishing other plantings. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions and can be pruned for a more compact shape if required.
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Habitat:
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Suits temperate conditions.
Sunlight:
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Prefers full sun.
Application:
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Use in revegetation plantings.
Size:
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Mature: diameter 2m x height 4m
Planting centres: 1m
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Karamu, Glossy karamu
Coprosma robusta is common in forest and scrubland throughout New Zealand. It is rather like C.repens but the leathery leaves are less glossy. It grows rapidly to 2-4m making it useful shelter while establishing other plantings. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions and can be pruned for a more compact shape if required.
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Habitat:
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Suits temperate conditions.
Sunlight:
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Prefers full sun.
Application:
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Use in revegetation plantings.
Size:
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Mature: diameter 2m x height 4m
Planting centres: 1m
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Karamu, Glossy karamu
Coprosma robusta is common in forest and scrubland throughout New Zealand. It is rather like C.repens but the leathery leaves are less glossy. It grows rapidly to 2-4m making it useful shelter while establishing other plantings. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions and can be pruned for a more compact shape if required.
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Habitat:
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Suits temperate conditions.
Sunlight:
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Prefers full sun.
Application:
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Use in revegetation plantings.
Size:
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Mature: diameter 2m x height 4m
Planting centres: 1m
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