Rock Correa Yellow (Tough, Flowering Native Hedge)

Hardy native shrub with winter colour and bird appeal.

Correa glabra ‘Yellow’ is a tough, compact Australian native shrub valued for its soft yellow tubular flowers and dense, tidy growth. Flowering mainly from autumn through winter, it provides valuable seasonal colour and a reliable nectar source for birds when many other plants are quiet.

With its naturally neat habit and grey-green foliage, this correa is ideal for low hedging, native gardens, and coastal conditions. It’s highly adaptable, coping well with wind, light frost, and periods of dryness once established—making it a dependable, low-maintenance choice for a wide range of landscapes.

Key Features Chart

Why choose Correa glabra ‘Yellow’?

• Soft yellow flowers in cooler months
• Bird-attracting native species
• Hardy and drought tolerant
• Ideal for low hedging and structure
• Performs well in coastal and exposed sites
• Low maintenance and easy care

Ideal growing conditions

Thrives in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Once established, it requires minimal watering and handles dry conditions well. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain a compact shape.

Landscape uses

Perfect for native hedging, informal screening, mixed garden beds, and coastal planting. Its compact form and seasonal flowering make it a strong structural and ecological addition to any garden.

Rock Correa Performs well in Coastal and Exposed Sites

Rock Correa glabra ‘Yellow’ is a hardy Australian native shrub with soft yellow flowers and dense foliage, ideal for hedging and bird-attracting gardens. Drought tolerant and low maintenance, it performs beautifully in coastal and dry conditions, making it a reliable choice for Australian landscapes.