Wire-netting Bush (Corokia Cotoneaster) is a perennial shrub in the Argophyllaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium, drought-tolerant once established watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A slow-growing, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its distinctive divaricating branching pattern and small yellow flowers followed by red berries.

Wire-netting Bush

Wire-netting Bush

Corokia Cotoneaster

A slow-growing, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its distinctive divaricating branching pattern and small yellow flowers followed by red berries.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium, drought-tolerant once established
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:well-drained, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, structural, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wire-netting Bush

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Argophyllaceae
Genus:Corokia