



COROKIA x virgata 'Banana Royal'
Commonly known as Wire-netting bush

Yellow-green leaves, small yellow flowers followed by yellow fruit.
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
New Zealand -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenSpoon-shaped to inversely lance-shaped leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Star-shaped
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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Patio / pot plants
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Height
75cm (30in) -
Spread
75cm (30in) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Flowers are produced in clusters of 3 from the leaf axils followed by small, ovoid berries
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Pruning group 5
Suitable 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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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy 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) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, dry winds -
Bird friendly
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Mature Size75cm (30in)
75cm (30in)
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