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Corokia 'Yellow Wonder'

Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' is an evergreen, NZ native shrub grown for its foliage, flowers, and berries. It features small and glossy, dark green leaves held on slender stems. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, yellow flowers in spring as it grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' 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 an attractive native is desired.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku11216

How to grow a Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' hedge

Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' 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 'Yellow Wonder' 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 'Yellow Wonder' in NZ?

Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' 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 'Yellow Wonder' an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' need to grow well?

Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' 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.

Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' care tips

Care for Corokia 'Yellow Wonder' by matching moisture and feeding to its growing season. Water deeply during dry weather while the roots are establishing. Apply a suitable fertiliser in spring and refresh the mulch to retain moisture. Remove damaged growth and trim lightly when necessary to maintain a balanced shape. Check new shoots for pests and keep competing weeds away from the root zone. Regular checks help you respond promptly to changing growing conditions.

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