Corokia 'Blackberry & Lime'

Corokia 'Blackberry & Lime' Details

Corokia ‘Blackberry & Lime’ 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, brown- and lime-coloured leaves. Small, star like, yellow flowers are produced in summer, and these are followed by small red berries which are great for attracting birds. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results are achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. This hardy plant and can tolerate strong winds, frost, coastal conditions, and dry soils once established. Corokia ‘Blackberry & Lime’ is commonly used as low to medium hedge but is also great for including in mixed plantings or growing on those difficult to establish areas.