Corokia Yellow Wonder

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Corokia virgata 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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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

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 requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Corokia virgata Yellow Wonder

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.

Where to buy Corokia Yellow Wonder

The Plant Company has the best Corokia Yellow Wonder 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!