Corokia 'Little Prince'

Name: Corokia Little Prince
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11213f
Price: 22.88 NZD
Availability: InStock

Corokia 'Little Prince' is a small and twiggy, NZ native shrub that features small, grey-brown leaves and black stems. The slim, intertwined stems afford an unusual element to this plant. It produces masses of small, yellow flowers in spring which are followed by red berries in autumn as it grows to 3 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Corokia 'Little Prince' clips into an excellent hedge and it perfect for adding contrast and variety to a mixed planting.

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:	Hedging, Ponds
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	11213

How to grow a Corokia 'Little Prince' hedge

Corokia 'Little 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 'Little 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 'Little Prince' in NZ?

Corokia 'Little Prince' 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 foliage that makes Corokia 'Little Prince' an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

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

Corokia 'Little Prince' 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 'Little Prince'

The Plant Company has the best Corokia 'Little Prince' 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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