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The Corokia tree is a distinctive New Zealand native shrub known for its unique zig-zag branches, small evergreen leaves, and starry yellow spring flowers. If you’re seeking structure, texture, and year-round interest in your garden, a Corokia tree is an excellent choice for hedging, topiary, or feature planting. Prized for its resilience, this native can thrive in exposed coastal gardens, urban landscapes, and anywhere an architectural foliage effect is desired.

Corokia 'Sunsplash' shrub with yellow foliage in a garden.

Corokia 'Sunsplash'

Corokia 'Sunsplash' is a NZ native shrub grown for its impressive foliage. It features small leaves that are variegated yellow with a central splash of green and has orange-pink undertones. Small, star-shaped, yellow flowers are produced in summer and are followed by orange berries in autumn as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock
Corokia 'Geentys Giant' green leaves.

Corokia 'Geenty's Giant'

Corokia 'Geenty's Giant' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that bears green-yellow foliage held densely on slender, upright branches. Masses of small, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are produced through summer and are followed by small, yellow berries in autumn.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
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 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...

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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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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 cotoneaster, commonly known as the Wire-Netting Bush, features tough, dark stems that give the plant an appearance akin to wire mesh. This NZ...

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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 cheesemanii

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 'Pipsqueak'

Corokia 'Pipsqueak' is a compact evergreen New Zealand shrub prized for its dense branching, small grey green foliage, and naturally tidy growth. Its...

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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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Why Choose a Corokia Tree?

Corokia trees are incredibly versatile and hardy, making them the perfect addition to a variety of planting schemes. Their signature twisted branches not only add visual interest but also withstand strong winds and salt spray, ideal for New Zealand’s variable climate. Corokias can be used as low hedging, screening, or even clipped into modern shapes. In addition to year-round foliage, the springtime brings delightful clusters of yellow flowers followed by red or yellow berries that attract birds to your garden.

Stunning Corokia Varieties for Every Garden

There are several beautiful Corokia cultivars to suit your style and needs. The Corokia Yellow Wonder is celebrated for its fabulous yellow flowers and berries, offering a standout accent in any border or hedge. If you crave striking foliage, the Corokia Sunsplash shines with its golden-yellow variegated leaves, bringing brightness to even shaded corners. The Corokia Bronze King stands out with its shimmery bronze-toned leaves that add a dramatic touch.

For those with smaller spaces or container gardens, the compact Corokia Little Prince maintains a neat habit without sacrificing that classic twiggy structure. Meanwhile, Corokia Red Wonder delivers an extra burst of colour with vibrant red berries after flowering.

Growing and Caring for Your Corokia Tree

Corokia trees are notably low maintenance, thriving in full sun to part shade and coping well with a range of soils from free-draining to heavy clay. Once established, they’re drought tolerant and only need occasional trimming to keep their shape or promote dense growth. Corokias are also resistant to pests and diseases, making them especially suitable for low-input, sustainable gardens.

When planting your Corokia tree, ensure the roots are well watered in and mulch to retain moisture during the first growing season. For hedging, space individual plants approximately 50 cm apart for a dense effect.

Enhance Your Garden with Corokia

Whether you’re crafting a contemporary hedge, wildlife-friendly border, or searching for a feature shrub, the Corokia tree delivers form and function all year long. With a range of striking cultivars such as Corokia Yellow Wonder, Corokia Sunsplash, Corokia Bronze King, Corokia Little Prince, and Corokia Red Wonder, you’ll find the perfect fit for your landscape vision. Explore our selection and let the Corokia tree bring structure, beauty, and resilience to your New Zealand garden.

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Corokia 'Bronze King' and Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) are tried and true, but new favourites like Rhipsalis cereuscula (Coral Cactus), Acer 'Fireglow', and Corokia 'Sunsplash' are just waiting to be discovered.
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