Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate'
Description:
A compact evergreen shrub with distinctive bronze-brown to chocolate-coloured foliage highlighted by silvery undersides, creating a frosted appearance. Its fine, wiry branching habit adds year-round texture and architectural interest, while small, star-shaped yellow flowers appear in spring. Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate' is an excellent choice for adding colour, contrast and structure to a wide range of garden styles.
Height:
1-1.5m
Width:
1-1.5m
Position:
Prefers full sun to partial shade. The richest foliage colour develops in a sunny position.
Soil:
Prefers a well-drained soil and is adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy and poorer soils. Avoid consistently waterlogged areas.
Uses:
- Feature shrub for year-round colour and texture
- Low hedging and screening
- Mixed borders and rock gardens
- Container planting for patios and courtyards
- Coastal and contemporary landscape designs
Care Tips:
- Water regularly while establishing, then during extended dry periods
- Lightly prune after flowering or as required to maintain a compact shape and encourage bushy growth
- Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Feed in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser to encourage healthy growth
- Hardy and tolerant of wind, coastal conditions and light frost once established
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