common correa

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An evergreen shrub, erect to prostrate, bearing rich green leaves to 5cm long, white-felted beneath. Tubular flowers are green, white, pink or red 2-2.5cm long sometimes with green or cream reflexed petal tips. The flowers are produced in small clusters mainly from autumn to spring

Scientific classification

Species: common correa (Correa reflexa)
Genus: Correa
Family: Rutaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Shrubs
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of common correa

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Australia

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Culture

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Quick identification of common correa

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common correa care guide

Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells

Fertilizing

Balanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

Propagation

Propagate by seed at 13-18°C in spring or by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Growing

Under glass grow in ericaceous potting compost in full light with shade from hot sun and with good ventilation. Water moderately in summer and keep just moist in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly when in growth. Tolerant of mildly alkaline soil. Container grown plants can be kept more compact

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