100x Corokia leprechaun - $3.99 each

Corokia ‘Leprechaun’

Common Names: Leprechaun Corokia, Wire-netting Bush
Family: Argophyllaceae
Origin: New Zealand (cultivar)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Compact Hedging

Overview:

Corokia ‘Leprechaun’ is a compact, densely-branched New Zealand native shrub known for its fine, wiry stems and tiny grey-green leaves. A naturally neat and tidy form makes this cultivar an excellent choice for low hedging, formal borders, or clipped topiary shapes. Its subtle texture and tough, drought-resistant nature make it ideal for both native and structured garden designs.

Key Features:

• Foliage: Small, oval, grey-green leaves tightly packed along fine, dark stems

• Flowers / Fruit: Tiny star-shaped yellow flowers in spring, followed by small red berries

• Form & Habit: Naturally compact, dense, upright shrub

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

• Cultural & Ecological Value: Berries attract native birds; provides structure and shelter in garden habitats

Mature Size:

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

• Low hedging or borders

• Native or coastal gardens

• Formal or structured designs (clips well)

• Containers and patio planters

• Wildlife-friendly gardens (berries for birds)

Care & Maintenance:

• Pruning: Responds well to clipping and shaping; ideal for hedges

• Watering: Drought-tolerant once established

• Feeding: Low feeder; light feed in spring can encourage dense growth

• Pests & Diseases: Generally problem-free

• Additional Tips: Plant in full sun for best form and flowering

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

Corokia species are often referred to as "wire-netting bushes" due to their distinctive, zigzagging branch structure — ‘Leprechaun’ brings this aesthetic in a dwarf, garden-friendly form perfect for modern New Zealand landscapes.

Why Choose Corokia ‘Leprechaun’?

Compact, easy-care, and delightfully textural, Corokia ‘Leprechaun’ is perfect for gardeners seeking a tidy, structured native plant that thrives in harsh conditions. It’s especially valued for clipped hedges, wildlife-friendly plantings, and drought-resilient designs.

Pot Size:

These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.