corokia varieties nz
Corokia, often called wire netting bush, is a beloved New Zealand native shrub treasured for its intricate branch structure, tough nature, and unique, zigzagging stems. Gardeners across the country look to corokia varieties NZ-wide for reliable hedging, native landscaping, and distinctive visual interest. From compact forms with silvery foliage to bold varieties with golden or bronzed leaves, there’s a corokia to suit every Kiwi garden. On this page, discover popular corokia varieties in NZ, their uses, and how to choose the best one for your landscape.
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. Corokia 'Sunsplash' is commonly trimmed into a hedge but also makes a great addition to a mixed planting. It is also well suited for growing on those difficult to grow sites where a bright and cheerful plant is required.
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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, mildly fragrant flowers are borne in spring and are followed by masses of small, red berries in autumn as it grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. Corokia 'Bronze King' is commonly trimmed into a hedge but is also great for including in mixed plantings, providing a colour contrast, or for growing in challenging areas.
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