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COROKIA buddlejoides
Commonly known as Korokio
Slender long green leathery leaves which are silvery-white underneath. Small yellow star-like flowers and dark red fruits
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EvergreenGlossy, dark-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
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Yellow
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Small flowers are followed by bright red-black fruits.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
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Full sunShelter from cold drying winds
COROKIA buddlejoides
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interestGood to knowCan be trimmed back after flowering each year to restrict growth.Pests & DiseasesNone.Place of originNew Zealand (North Island).Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapePaniclesTerminal panicles 2-5cm (¾-2in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New Zealand
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Corokia - Growing Guide
3m (10ft)
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Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50