5x Coprosma Hawera - $5.99 each

Common Names: Coprosma ‘Hāwera’
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: New Zealand (cultivar)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Overview:

Coprosma ‘Hāwera’ is a striking native shrub known for its dense, compact habit and vibrant foliage. Featuring glossy green leaves with fiery red, orange, and yellow variegation, it provides year-round colour and texture. Perfect for hedging, screening, or adding bright contrast to native and modern gardens, ‘Hāwera’ is a versatile, low-maintenance choice. Key Features:

Foliage: Glossy, small to medium-sized leaves with vivid red, orange, yellow, and green variegation. Evergreen.

Flowers / Fruit: Small, inconspicuous flowers; female plants may produce bright orange-red berries.

Form & Habit: Dense, compact, rounded shrub ideal for hedging and borders.

Growth Rate: Moderate

Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides shelter and food for native birds; commonly used in restoration planting. Mature Size: Attribute Size Height 1.5–2 m Spread 1.5–2 m Form Dense, rounded 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. –8 °C Landscaping & Garden Uses:

Colourful hedging and screening

Mixed native and exotic shrub borders

Coastal and urban gardens

Wildlife-friendly planting for birds and insects

Container planting for patios and courtyards Care & Maintenance:

Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape; prune after flowering if needed.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant afterward.

Feeding: Apply balanced fertiliser in spring for best colour and growth.

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

Additional Tips: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

Named after the town of Hāwera in New Zealand, this cultivar is prized for its vibrant autumn and winter leaf colours, providing bright seasonal interest. Why Choose Coprosma ‘Hāwera’?

With its stunning variegated foliage, compact growth, and resilience, Coprosma ‘Hāwera’ is a standout choice for gardeners seeking year-round colour and a tough, native shrub that thrives in diverse conditions. Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.