38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Coprosma 'Flat Freddy'
Flat Freddy Coprosma
$15
15cm pot
Mature height:
15 - 25 cm
Mature width:
80 - 120 cm
A highly unique, ultra-low prostrate native evergreen groundcover forming a wide, tightly interwoven horizontal mat. Features tiny, glossy leaves held on a complex network of rigid, horizontally layered wiry branches displaying warm bronze, chocolate, and olive-green tones.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Highly adaptable; thrives in average, well-drained soil.
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; best foliage in full sun.
Flower
Inconspicuous.
Care & Maintenance
Coprosma 'Flat Freddy' is a prostrate, low-maintenance shrub that effectively suppresses weeds on banks and slopes.
• Naturally maintains a low, flat, ground-hugging spreading habit.
• Requires almost no pruning to keep it tidy.
• Very hardy; handles exposed Central Otago landscape conditions.
• Thrives in sunny, well-draining soils once fully established.
Common Uses for
Coprosma 'Flat Freddy'
01
Groundcover Drift
Forms a dense, glossy-green, weed-suppressing mat for sunny garden banks.
02
Retaining Wall
Spills gracefully over stone retaining walls in a neat, lush, green wave.
03
Erosion Control
Dense, spreading root systems bind soil effectively on sunny slopes.
04
Low Border Edge
Outlines paths with a clean, low-profile, permanent green ribbon.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only