Corokia Emerald And Jade

Name: Corokia Emerald And Jade
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 13316h
Price: 35.69 NZD
Availability: InStock

Corokia Emerald and Jade is a hardy, NZ native shrub grown for its lovely foliage and interesting form. It grows as a mass of wiry, tangled branches carrying small, olive-green leaves held on silver-grey stems. Small, mildly fragrant, yellow flowers are borne in summer and are followed by small, red-orange berries. This evergreen typically grows to 1.2 m tall and 75 cm wide and responds well to trimming which encourages new growth. Corokia Emerald and Jade is commonly trimmed into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or planted to border an entrance.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	75 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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How to grow a Corokia Emerald and Jade hedge

Corokia Emerald and Jade 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 Emerald and Jade 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 Emerald and Jade in NZ?

Corokia Emerald and Jade 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 Emerald and Jade an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does Corokia Emerald and Jade need to grow well?

Corokia Emerald and Jade 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 Emerald and Jade

The Plant Company has the best Corokia Emerald and Jade 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!