Corokia Chocolate Frost
Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate', also known as corokia chocolate frost, is a standout New Zealand native shrub loved for its unique, multi-toned foliage and strong architectural form. With metallic chocolate-brown leaves dusted in silver, this striking Corokia variety instantly adds texture and contrast to any garden, courtyard, or landscape. The twisting, wiry branches create year-round visual appeal, while small yellow star-shaped flowers emerge in spring, followed by showy red berries in autumn, attracting native birds and pollinators. Corokia chocolate frost is hardy, drought-tolerant, and wind-resistant, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance planting across New Zealand.
Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate'
Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate', commonly known as Korokio, is a hardy, NZ native shrub with lovely foliage and an interesting form. It grows as a mass of wiry, tangled, silver-grey branches carrying small, brown-green leaves. Small, star-like, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are produced in summer and followed by small, red-orange berries. This evergreen typically grows to 2 metres tall and 1 metre wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate' is commonly trimmed into a hedge but works well in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or planted to border an entrance.
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- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
2.00 m - Spread:
1.00 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind - Garden uses:
Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Topiary - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
