Korokio
Korokio, or Corokia cotoneaster, is a versatile and hardy shrub native to New Zealand. This striking plant is a staple in many gardens, offering beauty and practicality with its unique silver-green foliage and tiny yellow flowers. Known for its resilience, Korokio thrives in a variety of conditions, making it an excellent choice for both landscape design and practical gardening.
Corokia cotoneaster
Wire Netting Bush, Korokio
Corokia cotoneaster, commonly known as Korokio or the Wire-Netting Bush, features tough, dark stems that give the plant an appearance akin to wire mesh. This NZ native carries small, grey leaves with the undersides of the leaves covered in downy, white hairs. In spring, yellow star-shaped flowers are borne in abundance and result in yellow-orange berries. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Corokia cotoneaster makes for a great shelter plant and clips into an excellent hedge. It is a fantastic plant for adding contrast and variety to the garden.
From $35.69
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
2.00 m - Spread:
2.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind - Garden uses:
Containers, Hedging, Ponds, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
