{"product_id":"cluc-7-5","title":"5x Shining Karamu - $5.99 each","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eCoprosma lucida\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eCommon Names: Shining Coprosma, Mirror Bush, Karamu\u003cbr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e Family: Rubiaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e Origin: New Zealand\u003cbr data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub \/ Small Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eCoprosma lucida\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Shining Coprosma or Karamu, is a vigorous NZ native shrub or small tree admired for its large, glossy, mirror-like leaves. Naturally found in coastal and lowland forests throughout New Zealand, it is an extremely hardy plant well suited to shelter planting, hedging, and native revegetation projects. Its lush foliage provides year-round structure while also offering habitat and food for native birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, thick, glossy dark green leaves with a highly reflective surface\u003cbr data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eFlowers \/ Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small inconspicuous flowers followed by orange-red berries that attract birds\u003cbr data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy shrub or small tree with strong branching\u003cbr data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Ecological Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent food source for native birds and valuable for ecological restoration\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1088\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1096\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1128\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e4–6m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1146\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpread\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1154\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2–3m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1162\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1193\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUpright shrub or small tree\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1246\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1256\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1289\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1324\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eModerate; tolerates periodic dry conditions once established\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1396\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eAdaptable to most soils provided they are reasonably well drained\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1477\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eSlightly acid to neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1524\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eHardy; tolerates frost, wind, and coastal exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eLandscaping \u0026amp; Garden Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e• Shelter belts and screening\u003cbr data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e • Native revegetation and restoration planting\u003cbr data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e • Informal hedging\u003cbr data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e • Habitat gardens supporting birdlife\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be trimmed to shape or maintained as a hedge\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally not required in good soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very hardy and generally pest free\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eAdditional Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eCoprosma lucida responds well to pruning and can be used as a fast-growing shelter or screening plant in larger gardens and rural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eFun Fact \/ Botanical Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eThe glossy leaves of Coprosma species act like mirrors, reflecting sunlight to reduce water loss — a clever adaptation that helps these plants thrive in exposed environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eWhy Choose Coprosma lucida?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eFor a fast-growing, tough NZ native that provides glossy foliage, bird-friendly berries, and excellent shelter, Coprosma lucida is a dependable choice for both gardens and restoration projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2742\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003e These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/greenmachine.co.nz\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=robusta+combo\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shining Karamu","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43059822493762,"sku":"CLUC-7-5","price":29.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4545\/files\/Coprosma_Robusta_00_R5OMC35IP3WH_5235c79f-42de-4299-b718-bdac19bfd668.jpg?v=1772732818","url":"https:\/\/greenmachine.nz\/products\/cluc-7-5","provider":"Greenmachine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}