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Karamū (Coprosma robusta)

Karamū (Coprosma robusta) is a fast-growing, adaptable New Zealand shrub with glossy leaves, white flowers, and colorful berries, popular in landscaping.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Best flowering and fruiting in brighter light.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures.

Protect from hard frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Foliage, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Coprosma coffaeoides Colenso
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyRubiaceae
  • genusCoprosma
  • speciesCoprosma robusta
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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