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corokia hedge spacing

Choosing the right corokia hedge spacing is key to creating a dense, attractive hedge that delivers privacy, wind protection, and year-round interest in your garden. Corokias are prized throughout New Zealand for their resilience, tidy growth habit, and distinctive architectural form. Getting the spacing right at planting time ensures your hedge grows quickly and evenly, saving you time and giving you the best long-term results.

Corokia contoneaster shrub.

Corokia cotoneaster

Corokia cotoneaster, commonly known as the Wire-Netting Bush, features tough, dark stems that give the plant an appearance akin to wire mesh. This NZ native carries small, grey leaves with the undersides of the leaves covered in downy, white hairs. In spring, yellow star-shaped flowers are borne in abundance and result in yellow-orange berries. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Corokia cotoneaster makes for a great shelter plant and clips into an excellent hedge. It is a fantastic plant for adding contrast and variety to the garden.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Corokia Frosted Chocolate showcasing its lush green and brown foliage.

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.

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
Corokia 'Geenty's Green' hedge.

Corokia 'Geenty's Green'

Corokia 'Geenty's Green' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that bears narrow, olive-green leaves that have a silver underside. Masses of small, star-like...

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A large Corokia 'Mangatangi' hedge.

Corokia Mangatangi

Corokia 'Mangatangi' is a NZ native shrub that features fine, silver coloured foliage which gives the plant a somewhat misty look. It is adorned with...

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Small Corokia 'Bronze King' plants with colourful, bronze-coloured foliage.

Corokia Bronze King

Corokia 'Bronze King' is a handsome, NZ native shrub featuring bronze-dark green foliage that deepens in colour through winter. Small and yellow...

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Corokia cheesemanii shrub with grey-green foliage growing in a border garden.

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Corokia cheesemanii is a hardy, NZ native shrub that grows with a bushy habit and features attractive, olive green-silver foliage. The small leaves...

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Corokia 'Little Prince' plants with grey stems and small green leaves at The Plant Company nursery.

Corokia Little Prince

Corokia 'Little Prince' is a small and twiggy, NZ native shrub that features small, grey-brown leaves and black stems. The slim, intertwined stems...

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Corokia Pounamu

Corokia Pounamu is a NZ native shrub featuring narrow, olive-green foliage. New foliage has a layer of felt on the underside of the leaves which...

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Corokia Emerald And Jade

Corokia 'Emerald and Jade' is a hardy, NZ native shrub grown for its lovely foliage and interesting form. It grows as a mass of wiry, tangled...

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Corokia Pipsqueak

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Corokia Geentys Ghost

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Ideal Corokia Hedge Spacing

For most purposes, the ideal corokia hedge spacing is between 60 and 80 centimetres apart (measured from the centre of one plant to the centre of the next). This spacing strikes the perfect balance—close enough for plants to knit together quickly, but with enough room for good airflow and healthy growth. If you want a particularly fast result or a denser screen, you can plant as close as 50 centimetres apart. For a lower, more open effect, increase spacing up to one metre.

When planting varieties such as Corokia cotoneaster, Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate', or the robust Corokia 'Geenty's Giant', follow these guidelines for best results. Smaller varieties, like Corokia 'Geenty's Green', may be planted a little closer together for a compact effect.

Factors Influencing Hedge Spacing

Corokia hedge spacing can vary depending on your landscape goals and site conditions. Consider the following:

Soil quality, irrigation, and sunlight will also influence growth rates, so give your corokias a good head start with rich, well-drained soil and regular watering as they settle in.

Planting Tips for a Healthy Corokia Hedge

Best Corokia Varieties for Hedging

Popular options include Corokia cotoneaster for classic hedges, Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate' for its striking dark foliage, and Corokia 'Geenty's Green' for a modern, formal look. If you need a fast-growing screen, Corokia 'Geenty's Giant' is a top performer, while Corokia buddleioides brings soft, silvery tones and abundant flowers.

With the right corokia hedge spacing, you'll enjoy a reliable, low-maintenance living boundary that looks fantastic and supports native biodiversity. For help selecting the ideal Corokia for your needs, explore our full range of hardy options.


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