wire-netting bush
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A rounded shrub forming a mass of interlaced branches bearing small, dark green leaves and, in spring, clusters of small yellow flowers followed by red or yellow berries
Scientific classification
- Species
- wire-netting bush (Corokia cotoneaster)
- Genus
- Corokia
- Family
- Argophyllaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of wire-netting bush
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of wire-netting bush
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wire-netting bush care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed monthly during active growth season
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationRoot greenwood cuttings in early summer, or semi-ripe cuttings in mid or late summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from cold drying winds
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Pests
Generally pest-free
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