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Corokia x virgata 'Frosted Chocolate'


Corokia x virgata 'Frosted Chocolate' Corokia x virgata 'Frosted Chocolate'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Attractive native shrub with erect branches covered with brown-green foliage turning chocolate brown in winter. In summer it has starry yellow flowers. Great for coastal and exposed gardens. Hardy. Avoid sites that are boggy in winter. Excellent hedge plant. Bred by Mike Geenty of Hamilton.

 
Genus
Corokia
Species   x virgata
Cultivar   'Frosted Chocolate'

Common name
Corokia

Family name
Cornaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand


DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture
Prefers dry soil

Exposure
Frost hardy / Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade

Immaculate / Indigenous / Nourishment / Texture / Whimsical

Shrubs

Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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