Photo by Forestfarm
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Correa 'Carmine Bells'
Also Known As
- Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Correa 'Carmine Bells' plant details
Correa 'Carmine Bells' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Correa 'Carmine Bells'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rutaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Correa 'Carmine Bells'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Correa 'Carmine Bells' plant
How to Grow Correa 'Carmine Bells'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 18"-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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