Species

1 other cultivar

‘Catie Bec’Australian Fuchsia

shrub

White Australian Fuchsia

Correa hybrid 'Ivory Bells'

The Story

Plant Bio

The genus Correa comprises evergreen Australian shrubs valued for their nodding, tubular flowers and tolerance of dry, shaded conditions. These plants feature opposite leaves often covered in fine hairs and thrive in Mediterranean climates with excellent soil drainage.

'Ivory Bells' is a dense, rounded hybrid that produces creamy-white, bell-shaped flowers from late fall through early spring. The oval, gray-green leaves have felted, pale undersides and are held on coppery-bronze young stems.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides elegant, nodding cream flowers throughout the winter months when most other garden shrubs are dormant.

Thrives in dry shade under established trees, offering a dense, low-maintenance evergreen screen where few other plants succeed.

Serves as a valuable winter nectar source for hummingbirds and other native pollinators.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

60"

Width

60"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

10-15 years

Native To

Australia (cultivar origin USA)

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Late fall – Early spring

In flower about 5 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site with sandy, loamy, or rocky soil that drains rapidly.
Position the plant in full sun along the coast, or in partial shade with protection from hot afternoon sun in inland regions.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but no deeper, ensuring the crown sits slightly above the surrounding soil level.
Water deeply at planting, then irrigate sparingly during the first summer until the root system is fully established.

Pro Tip

Avoid summer overwatering and heavy clay soils, which trigger fatal Phytophthora root rot. When shaping the shrub, only trim soft outer growth immediately after flowering; cutting back into old, leafless wood prevents regeneration.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

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.

Don't

Do not irrigate heavily during hot summer months once established.
Do not shear hard into old, woody stems that lack leaves.
Do not apply high-phosphorus fertilizers.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Propagate
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Drought-tolerant bordersDry shade under treesCoastal gardensHedges and screensContainer planting

Companion Plants

Ceanothus Arctostaphylos Salvia Mimulus aurantiacus

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

White Australian Fuchsia questions

What zones can White Australian Fuchsia grow in?

White Australian Fuchsia is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is White Australian Fuchsia deer resistant?

Yes — White Australian Fuchsia is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does White Australian Fuchsia bloom?

White Australian Fuchsia typically blooms in late fall through early spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does White Australian Fuchsia need full sun?

White Australian Fuchsia does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is White Australian Fuchsia drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), White Australian Fuchsia handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.