Correa alba
Correa alba is a compact evergreen shrub with slender, lance-shaped, grey-green leaves that provide a soft, textured backdrop. It produces small, bell-shaped, creamy-white flowers in late autumn to winter that hang delicately from the stems.
Cultural
Correa alba respond well to pruning and can be shaped for formal use. Tolerant of salt spray and light frost. Can grow in part shade but flowering will be reduced.
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil, suitable for poor soils.
Aspect:
Full sun to part shade.
Maintenance:
Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Apply a native fertiliser after pruning to promote healthy growth.
Water Requirements:
Drought tolerant once established but will benefit from supplementary watering. Will not tolerate waterlogged soil. .
Seasonal Interest:
Late autumn to winter flowering.
Landscape Uses
Ideal for coastal gardens, native plantings, and as an attractive low hedge or border plant. Its compact size makes it perfect for small gardens, patio containers, or rockeries, where its delicate flowers add seasonal interest. It can also be used as a filler plant in mixed borders, providing texture and contrast with its soft foliage and subtle blooms. Its tolerance to drought and salt makes it suitable for difficult locations such as coastal or dry garden settings.
Dimensions
Height to 1.5m
Width to 2.0m
Width to 2.0m