5x Corokia Little Prince - $5.99 each

2026-03-06T09:30:44+13:00

Vendor: Wire Netting Bush
Type: XL Size
Price: 29.95

Corokia ‘Little Prince’

Common Names: Little Prince Corokia, Wire Netting Bush
Family: Argophyllaceae
Origin: New Zealand cultivar
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub

Overview

Corokia ‘Little Prince’ is a compact, hardy NZ native shrub valued for its dense growth habit and distinctive twiggy structure. The small olive-green leaves with silvery undersides create a soft, textured appearance, while the naturally rounded form makes it ideal for low hedging, borders, and structured garden plantings. Tough and adaptable, it performs well in exposed, coastal, and dry conditions.

Key Features

Foliage: Small olive-green leaves with silvery undersides
Flowers / Fruit: Small yellow star-shaped flowers in spring followed by ornamental red berries
Form & Habit: Dense, compact shrub with characteristic interlacing branch structure
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cultural & Ecological Value: Flowers attract pollinators and berries provide food for birds

Mature Size

Attribute | Size
Height | 1–1.5m
Spread | 1–1.2m
Form | Compact, rounded shrub

Ideal Growing Conditions

Requirement | Detail
Light | Full sun to part shade
Water | Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil | Well-drained soil; tolerates poor and sandy soils
pH Range | Slightly acid to neutral
Frost Tolerance | Hardy; tolerates frost, wind, and coastal exposure

Landscaping & Garden Uses

• Low hedge or structural border plant
• Coastal and exposed garden sites
• Mass planting in low-maintenance landscapes
• Wildlife-friendly gardens

Care & Maintenance

Pruning: Trim as needed to maintain shape or hedge form
Watering: Regular watering during establishment; minimal once established
Feeding: Generally unnecessary but can benefit from a light spring fertiliser
Pests & Diseases: Generally hardy and trouble-free

Additional Tips

Plant in full sun for best flowering and berry production. This variety responds well to clipping if a tidy hedge is desired.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight

Corokia shrubs are often called “wire netting bushes” because of their distinctive zig-zag branch pattern, an adaptation that helps them survive in harsh environments.

Why Choose Corokia ‘Little Prince’?

For a compact, tough NZ native shrub with interesting texture and year-round structure, Corokia ‘Little Prince’ is a reliable and versatile choice for many garden styles.

Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.