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Correa
Correa, the genus most gardeners know as native fuchsia. We track 14 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 9 most-saved Correa varieties
Browse all 14 Correa varieties →
7 species of Correa
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
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How to grow Correa
Whats common across all Correa varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 14 most-grown of them.
The Correa year
- PruneApril and May100% of varieties
Prune lightly immediately after flowering to maintain shape; do not cut back into bare wood.
- FertilizeMarch and April100% of varieties
Apply a low-phosphorus slow-release fertilizer sparingly in early spring if growth is sluggish.
- Check for PestsJune and July100% of varieties
Monitor for aphids or spider mites during hot, dry summer periods.
- PropagateAugust and September43% of varieties
Take semi-hardwood tip cuttings from firm new growth.
Do
- Apply a low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer sparingly in early spring.
- Plant in highly permeable soil to prevent waterlogging.
- Prune lightly right after the spring bloom finishes.
- Provide dry shade under native oaks where other shrubs struggle.
- Prune lightly immediately after flowering to encourage dense, bushy growth.
Avoid
- Do not apply high-phosphorus fertilizers.
- Do not plant in heavy clay soils or low-lying areas prone to standing water.
- Do not apply high-phosphorus fertilizers, which can damage the root system.
- Do not prune hard into old, leafless woody stems.
What goes wrong with Correa
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Spider mites | Fine webbing and stippling on leaf surfaces under hot, dry conditions. | Increase humidity around the plant or spray with a strong stream of water to dislodge them. |
| Aphids | Clusters of small insects on tender new growth and light green shoots. | Wash off with a sharp spray of water or apply insecticidal soap if infestations persist. |
| Scale insects | Small, immobile bumps on stems and leaf undersides, often accompanied by sticky honeydew. | Apply horticultural oil or insecticidal soap during the crawler stage, ensuring thorough coverage of stems. |
| Deer and rabbits | Browsing of tender foliage and flower buds. | Install physical barriers or apply repellents. |
| Powdery mildew | White, powdery fungal coating on foliage in dense shade with poor air circulation. | Prune surrounding vegetation to improve airflow and light penetration. |
| Root rot | Sudden wilting, yellowing leaves, and dieback of branches, with mushy, darkened roots. | Ensure high soil drainage, avoid overwatering, and plant in raised beds if native soil is heavy. |
| Phytophthora root rot | Sudden wilting, yellowing leaves, and dieback caused by soggy, poorly drained soil. | Ensure sharp drainage and avoid overwatering; infected plants must be removed as there is no cure. |
Making more Correa
Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Take 3- to 4-inch cuttings of semi-hardwood tip growth in late summer or fall.
- Remove the lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
- Insert into a well-draining mix of perlite and peat moss.
- Keep warm and humid under a mist system or plastic cover until roots form.
Tip cuttings
- Take 3-to-4-inch semi-hardwood tip cuttings in late spring or early summer.
- Remove the leaves from the lower half of the cutting and dip the base in rooting hormone.
- Insert the cuttings into a well-draining medium of coarse sand and perlite.
- Keep the medium moist and place in a warm, humid environment with indirect light until roots form.
Correa questions
How many types of Correa are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 14 distinct Correa varieties. The most popular — ranked by 60 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Correa grow in?
Across its varieties, Correa covers USDA Zones 8–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Correa bloom?
Most Correa varieties bloom in late summer, autumn, fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Correa should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.