korokio
An upright, evergreen shrub to 3m, with narrow, pointed, glossy, dark green leaves up to 15cm long, with white undersides. In late spring produces small, yellow, fragrant, star-shaped flowers followed by dark red fruit in autumn
2.5-4 metres
1.5-2.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
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Grow in well-drained soil in a sheltered position, such as next to a south-facing wall, or in the open in very mild areas. Best in full sun, though will tolerate partial shade
Propagate by basal semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn
Pruning group 8; usually no pruning required, but will tolerate hard pruning to restrict size
Generally pest-free
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility