I am Correa ‘Dusky Bells’, an excellent evergreen garden plant with a prolific flowering habit.
Sometimes I am called a “Native Fuchsia” my carmine-pink bell shaped flowers are a magnet for small nectar feeding birds.
I am easy to grow and tolerate drought and frost.
I have a spreading, compact and dense bushy habit with ovate leaves.
Most of my flowering is during the cooler months of the year.
I will thrive in most soils except those that are poorly drained.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My pink flowers are prolific from autumn through winter into spring but I can spot flower at other times
My blooms are a magnet for small nectar feeding birds
I am suitable for windy areas and coastal planting
Features
I will thrive in full sun to semi shade
Height: 1m Width: 2m(Size at point of sale approx. 35cm including pot)
I need minimal water once established
I perform well in most soils but do best in those that are well-drained
Plant features
Coastal tolerant
Pink flowers
Green foliage
Flowers Mar-Sep
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- As a hedge or screening plant
- In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success
I prefer a low phosphorous fertiliser and benefit from a light trim after flowering
Plant at least 1.2m apart.
Adaptable — suits full sun through to full shade.
Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.
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