Coprosma robusta - Karamu
Coprosma robusta, commonly known as Karamu, is a fast-growing forest and scrubland shrub that thrives throughout New Zealand. It resembles Coprosma repens but has less glossy, leathery leaves. This species is ideal for shelter and pioneer plantings, making it a valuable windbreak while helping to establish other plantings. It is highly adaptable and can be pruned for a more compact shape.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Drought, shade, salt, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Found in both the North and South Islands. Also naturalised on the Chatham Islands within a small area between Waitangi and Owenga.
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 6m.
• Flowering: Green or white flowers from July – November.
• Fruiting: Red/orange fruit from March – July.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Shelter belts
Coprosma robusta is a hardy, low-maintenance species perfect for coastal gardens, shelter belts, and revegetation projects. Its fast growth and fruit production make it an excellent choice for attracting birds and bees while supporting native ecosystems.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Coprosma robusta, commonly known as Karamu, is a fast-growing forest and scrubland shrub that thrives throughout New Zealand. It resembles Coprosma repens but has less glossy, leathery leaves. This species is ideal for shelter and pioneer plantings, making it a valuable windbreak while helping to establish other plantings. It is highly adaptable and can be pruned for a more compact shape.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Drought, shade, salt, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Found in both the North and South Islands. Also naturalised on the Chatham Islands within a small area between Waitangi and Owenga.
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 6m.
• Flowering: Green or white flowers from July – November.
• Fruiting: Red/orange fruit from March – July.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Shelter belts
Coprosma robusta is a hardy, low-maintenance species perfect for coastal gardens, shelter belts, and revegetation projects. Its fast growth and fruit production make it an excellent choice for attracting birds and bees while supporting native ecosystems.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Coprosma robusta, commonly known as Karamu, is a fast-growing forest and scrubland shrub that thrives throughout New Zealand. It resembles Coprosma repens but has less glossy, leathery leaves. This species is ideal for shelter and pioneer plantings, making it a valuable windbreak while helping to establish other plantings. It is highly adaptable and can be pruned for a more compact shape.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Drought, shade, salt, wind, and coastal environments.
• Endemic Distribution: Found in both the North and South Islands. Also naturalised on the Chatham Islands within a small area between Waitangi and Owenga.
Specifications:
• Height: Up to 6m.
• Flowering: Green or white flowers from July – November.
• Fruiting: Red/orange fruit from March – July.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Pioneer plantings
• Shelter belts
Coprosma robusta is a hardy, low-maintenance species perfect for coastal gardens, shelter belts, and revegetation projects. Its fast growth and fruit production make it an excellent choice for attracting birds and bees while supporting native ecosystems.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”