Botanical Name
Correa reflexa ‘Low Green’
Common Name
Low Green Correa
Description
A dwarf form of Correa reflexa, known for its low habit and attractive green tubular flowers. Flowering through autumn and winter, it provides valuable colour and nectar during the cooler months. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in well-drained soils and is tolerant of dry conditions and light frost once established. Excellent for native borders, low plantings under trees and habitat gardens.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
0.5 m × 1 m
Habitat
Correa reflexa ‘Low Green’ originates from the diverse habitats of south-eastern Australia, where the species occurs in sheltered gullies, open forests and coastal heath. This compact cultivar thrives in well-drained, humus-rich soils and performs well in full sun to part shade. It shows good frost tolerance and, once established, copes admirably with drier periods, making it a resilient choice for temperate climates.
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