Correa glabra Ivory Lantern

Common Name:
Ivory Lantern Rock Correa

Description:
Correa glabra 'Ivory Lantern' is a compact, evergreen shrub native to Australia, renowned for its hardiness and ornamental appeal. This cultivar features an upright and dense growth habit, reaching approximately 0.5 meters in height and width. Its dark green foliage provides a lush backdrop to the tubular, pendulous flowers that bloom from late autumn through winter. The blossoms exhibit a soft cream to pale green hue, attracting nectar-feeding birds to the garden. 'Ivory Lantern' thrives in a variety of soil types, from clay to well-drained loams, and is both drought and frost hardy once established. It performs well in full sun to semi-shaded positions and can even flower under established trees in dappled shade. Minimal maintenance is required, though a light trim after flowering can encourage a denser habit. This versatile shrub is suitable for borders, low hedging, or as a feature plant in both residential and public landscapes. 

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.5 meters
• Width: 0.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Soft Cream
• Pale Green

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native
• Drought Resistant (once established)
• Frost Hardy
• Attracts Birds
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Banksia
• Grevillea
• Westringia
• Leptospermum

Note: Regular pruning after flowering can help maintain a compact shape and promote vigorous new growth.