Also known as Native Fuchsia · 12 saves
Correa
Correa, the genus most gardeners know as native fuchsia. We track 15 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 15 most-saved 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 15 most-grown of them.
The Correa year
- PruneMay100% of varieties
Lightly prune or trim back immediately after the main flowering flush to maintain a dense shape.
- FertilizeMarch and April100% of varieties
Apply a slow-release, low-phosphorus native fertiliser sparingly if required.
- Check for PestsJune and July100% of varieties
Inspect stems for borer holes and check for signs of possum or cockatoo damage.
- PropagateAugust and September67% of varieties
Take semi-hardwood cuttings to propagate and maintain cultivar fidelity.
- MulchOctober60% of varieties
Apply a light organic mulch to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the main stems.
Do
- Plant in highly free-draining soil to prevent root rot.
- Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser sparingly in spring.
- Plant in well-drained sandy or rocky soils to prevent waterlogging.
- Provide light afternoon shade in hot inland climates to protect the foliage.
- Prune lightly immediately after the spring flowering flush to maintain a compact shape.
Avoid
- Do not allow the soil to become waterlogged or sit in standing water.
- Do not plant in heavy, poorly drained clay soils.
- Do not prune hard into old, leafless bare wood as it will not regenerate.
- Do not over-water or plant in heavy, poorly drained clay soils.
What goes wrong with Correa
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Scale insects | Small, raised brown bumps on stems and leaf undersides, often accompanied by black sooty mould. | Apply a horticultural oil spray during cool weather, ensuring thorough coverage of all affected surfaces. |
| Aphids | Clusters of small, soft-bodied insects on tender new growth, causing leaf curling or distortion. | Knock them off with a sharp spray of water or apply insecticidal soap. |
| Borers | Holes in stems, sawdust-like frass, and dieback of branches. | Prune out infested wood well below the damaged area and discard. |
| Possums and cockatoos | Chewed foliage, bark stripping, or snapped branch tips. | Install physical barriers or deterrents if damage is severe. |
| Phytophthora dieback | Collar rot, sudden wilting, and plant death. | Ensure excellent soil drainage; avoid overwatering; use disease-free stock. |
| Phytophthora root rot | Sudden wilting, foliage yellowing, and plant collapse. | Ensure immaculate soil drainage, avoid overwatering, and apply phosphite treatments if pathogen pressure is high. |
| Phytophthora Root Rot | Wilting, yellowing foliage, branch dieback, and a general decline in plant vigor due to decaying roots. | Ensure strict soil drainage, avoid overwatering, and plant in raised beds if working with heavy clay. |
Making more Correa
Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Take 10 cm semi-hardwood cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems in late spring or summer.
- Remove the leaves from the lower half of the cutting and dip the base in rooting hormone.
- Insert the cuttings into a well-drained propagation mix of perlite and peat.
- Keep the mix moist and place in a warm, humid environment with filtered light until roots establish.
Semi-ripe cuttings
- Take 7-10 cm cuttings of semi-ripe tip growth during summer.
- Remove the leaves from the lower half of the stem and dip the base in rooting hormone.
- Insert the cuttings into a free-draining propagation mix of perlite and peat.
- Place in a warm, humid environment with bottom heat and keep the medium moist until roots form.
Correa questions
How many types of Correa are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 15 distinct Correa varieties. The most popular — ranked by 12 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 autumn, late summer, winter. 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.