Corokia x virgata 'Sunsplash'

Save

Wire bushShrub, EvergreenFamily: Argophyllaceae

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Variegation

Ad

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Corokia is a small genus containing around 10 species, all of which are shrubs and small trees native to New Zealand or Australia.

Corokia x virgata 'Sunsplash' is a hybrid variety with green and cream variegated leaves held on attractive wiry stems. In late spring it produces small yellow flowers that are followed by glossy red berries in autumn. It tolerates hard pruning and can be used to form an attractive hedge. It's also a good statement plant for growing in a container.

For best results, grow Corokia x virgata 'Sunsplash' in full sun or dappled shade in moist, well-drained soil.

Ad

Plant calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecPlantyesyesyesFlowersyes**yesFruitsyes**yesPruneyes**yes

Corokia ‘Sunsplash’ and wildlife

Corokia ‘Sunsplash’ is known for attracting birds. It has seeds for birds.

Is not known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Corokia ‘Sunsplash’ poisonous?

Corokia ‘Sunsplash’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

Loading...

Ad

Ad

Ad

Loading...

Ad

Loading...