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Correa pulchella

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

A mounding shrub that grows to 3' tall and 6'-8' wide, the Correa pulchella exhibits typical, dark green foliage with a heavy show of pendant, clear pink flowers in winter and spring. When in bloom, the plant is very showy.With good drainage, the plant is tolerant of most soils. It grows best in sun to part shade, but will tolerate mostly shade if kept on the dry side.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Desert, Ranch, Rockery, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

 

Location Uses

Bank, Bedding, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Raisedplanter

 

Special Uses

Container, Erosioncontrol, Filler, Massplanting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

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