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Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf

Griselinia Littoralis

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Overview

Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as the Broadleaf or Kapuka, is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It features dense, lush foliage with leather-like, bright green leaves approximately 3 to 4 inches long. Fast-growing, it achieves heights of 15 to 25 feet, with a similar spread. Ideal for hedges or privacy screens, it thrives in well-drained soil, tolerating coastal conditions and wind. Hardy in USDA zones 7-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Climate Subtropical
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as the Broadleaf or Kapuka, is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as the Broadleaf or Kapuka, is an evergreen shrub native to, image 73
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — It features dense, lush foliage with leather-like, bright green leaves approximately 3 to 4 inches, image 74
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — Fast-growing, it achieves heights of 15 to 25 feet, with a similar spread; shrub for full or half, image 75
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — Ideal for hedges or privacy screens, it thrives in well-drained soil, tolerating coastal, image 76
Kupuka Tree, Broadleaf (Griselinia Littoralis) — commonly known as the Kapuka or Broadleaf; consider incorporating Griselinia littoralis for its, image 77

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