Correa Gold Digger

Common Name: Gold Digger Correa

Description: Correa 'Gold Digger' is a charming Australian native shrub known for its variegated evergreen foliage and vibrant orange bell-shaped flowers. The leaves display a striking combination of green and golden yellow hues, providing year-round interest. This compact plant thrives in Melbourne's climate, preferring well-drained soils and a position in full sun to part shade. Flowering predominantly during the cooler months, it adds a splash of colour to the winter garden. 'Gold Digger' is drought-tolerant once established and attracts native birds, making it a delightful addition to any garden.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 1 metre
• Width: Approximately 1 metre

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Orange

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Scented flowers
• Bird Attracting
• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea species
• Westringia fruticosa
• Leptospermum scoparium (Tea Tree)
• Dianella revoluta (Flax Lily)
• Lomandra longifolia (Spiny-headed Mat-rush)