Corokia 'Baby Prince'

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Corokia 'Baby Prince' is a hardy NZ native shrub grown for its lovely foliage and interesting form. It grows as a mass of wiry, tangled branches carrying small, purple-grey leaves. Small, star-like, yellow flowers, which are mildly fragrant, are produced in summer as it grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Corokia 'Baby Prince' is commonly used as a low to medium hedge but is also great for including in mixed plantings, or growing on those difficult to establish areas.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	13315

How to grow a Corokia 'Baby Prince' hedge

Corokia 'Baby Prince' makes for a fabulous hedge, and it all begins with getting the correct plant spacing. To achieve a dense hedge quickly, the plants should be spaced 45 cm apart. If you space them wider, the hedge will take longer to fill in and become wider overall. The best Corokia 'Baby Prince' hedges are lightly trimmed during spring and again in autumn. Be sure to feed them in spring with tree fertiliser to maintain the health and integrity of the hedge.

What are the garden uses for Corokia 'Baby Prince' in NZ?

Corokia 'Baby Prince' is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens that is most commonly grown as a hedge. Beyond hedging, it also makes for a fantastic specimen that can be added to a mixed planting or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is an excellent complement to a modern or coastal garden, bringing both colour and texture to a space. It is the interesting and colourful foliage that makes Corokia 'Baby Prince' an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does Corokia 'Baby Prince' need to grow well?

Corokia 'Baby Prince' grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on well-drained soil. It is tolerant of frost, coastal environments, and humid climates. Moreover, it copes well with wind and extended dry periods once established. This is a hardy plant that is also incredibly versatile for landscaping projects.

Where to buy Corokia 'Baby Prince'

The Plant Company has the best Corokia 'Baby Prince' shrubs to buy in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants, and our logistics team packs them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us take care of your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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