Correa pulchella

Common Name: Salmon Correa

Description: Correa pulchella, commonly known as Salmon Correa, is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Australia. It typically grows to about 1 metre in height and width, featuring narrow oblong to broadly egg-shaped leaves that are smooth and leathery. From autumn through spring, this plant produces pendulous, cylindrical flowers in shades of pink, red, or orange, adding vibrant colour to gardens during these seasons. Thriving in Melbourne's climate, Correa pulchella prefers well-drained soils and can be planted in full sun or part shade. Once established, it exhibits moderate drought tolerance and is known to attract native birds, making it a valuable addition to Australian gardens.

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
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Pink
• Red
• Orange

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• 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)