Correa Alba (White Correa)
Correa Alba (White Correa)
Correa Alba, commonly known as White Correa, is a hardy, evergreen shrub prized for its compact growth habit and silvery-grey foliage. This Australian native produces charming, star-shaped white flowers from autumn to spring, attracting birds and pollinators to the garden. Its coastal tolerance and low-maintenance nature make it ideal for use in native gardens, coastal landscapes, or as a low hedge. Correa Alba’s soft, rounded foliage provides year-round interest and works beautifully in contemporary and informal garden designs.
This adaptable shrub thrives in well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant once established, requiring little effort to maintain its natural beauty.
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Mature height
1–2 meters
Mature width
1.5–3 meters
Spacing
1–2 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Silvery-grey foliage with white star-shaped flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Autumn to spring (March to November)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Water occasionally during extended dry periods.