Brilliant red flowers and effortless coverage
Correa decumbens is a tough, low-growing Australian native groundcover prized for its attractive grey-green foliage and masses of red tubular flowers. Ideal for Melbourne gardens, rockeries, native landscapes, retaining walls and difficult garden spaces, it provides year-round interest while attracting birds and beneficial pollinators.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Evergreen native groundcover |
| Height | Approx. 20–40cm |
| Width | Approx. 1–2m |
| Position | Full sun to part shade |
| Foliage | Grey-green, dense and spreading |
| Flowers | Red tubular flowers |
| Uses | Groundcover, rockeries, retaining walls, native gardens, erosion control |
| Best For | Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant landscapes |
Perfect for slopes, borders and native gardens
Correa decumbens is one of the best native groundcovers for creating a natural, flowing landscape. Its spreading habit quickly covers bare ground, while the vibrant red flowers provide colour through the cooler months and attract nectar-feeding birds. Tough, adaptable and remarkably low maintenance, it is perfect for filling difficult spaces with reliable Australian beauty.
