Corokia x virgata 'Red Wonder'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

8a-11

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Corokia x virgata 'Red Wonder' plant details

Corokia x virgata 'Red Wonder' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corokia x virgata 'Red Wonder'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: argophyllaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, unique, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corokia x virgata 'Red Wonder'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Corokia virgata ‘Red Wonder’, or Wire Netting Bush, is a unique evergreen shrub exhibiting small, oval, dark green leaves that grow on fuzzy, silver, zigzagging branches. Fragrant yellow flowers bloom early in spring, followed by attractive red berries. Grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with protection from drying winds. Plant in mixed borders, large containers or use as a bonsai plant.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

New Zealand evergreen shrub, to 6-8 ft, with small green leaves and dainty yellow flowers followed by large, wonderful red berries -- many more if there is another Corokia of any sort nearby. Winter brings an attractive bronze color to the foliage. Sun to part shade with good drainage and average summer water. Cold hardy in upper USDA zone 8.