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Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' (Silver Corokia)

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Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that grows as a mass of wiry and tangled branches bearing small, dark green leaves with a silver sheen. Masses of small, star-like, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are produced through summer amidst the foliage. These are followed by small red-orange berries in autumn. This evergreen typically grows to 1.2 m in height and 1 m in width, and can be trimmed as necessary. Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' is commonly trimmed into a hedge but also makes a great addition to mixed plantings or is suitable for use on challenging sites.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.20 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, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku13318

How to grow a Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' hedge

Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' 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 'Geenty's Ghost' 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 'Geenty's Ghost' in NZ?

Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens that is most commonly grown as a hedge. Beyond hedging, it also makes for fantastic specimen that can be added to a mixed planting, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great 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 'Geenty's Ghost' an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' need to grow well?

Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on a 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 'Geenty's Ghost'

The Plant Company has the best Corokia 'Geenty's Ghost' shrubs to buy in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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Reviews

5 from 2 customers
Melanie White - Auckland

Well packed, strong & heathy plants, and we got them 2 days after we ordered.

Francis Mason - Waikato

Great plants, thank you!

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