Native

Correa alba prostrate 180MM

Correa alba prostrate

I am Correa alba prostrate. My family originated from South Eastern Australia.

Habit Groundcover - Great Groundcover

Plant family Rutaceae

I am a low growing form of the hardy native white Correa with my greyish blue green dense foliage and prolific white starry 4 petaled flowers. My bird and insect attracting flowers are borne over a long period, from autumn to early spring. I am an extremely hardy ground cover and will cope with exposed locations, coastal conditions, full sun to heavy shade and limey soils.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

I am a hardy choice for dry locations such as embankments and retaining walls

I flower in Autumn and Winter but can spot flower throughout the year

I am suitable for windy areas and coastal planting

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun and tolerate significant shade

Height: 0.2m Width: 2m(Size at point of sale approx. 45cm including pot)

Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established

I am happy in most soils but prefer soils that are well drained and thrive in sand

Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Coastal tolerant White flowers Grey Green foliage Flowers Feb-Dec

Council planting lists On 5 council lists

The species Correa alba is on these council lists. Councils usually mean plants grown from local seed, so check whether a selected form like this one suits your project.

Bayside City Council
Nature strip planting list: Nature Strip Planting Guideline: recommended species Source
Frankston City Council
Local native planting list: EVC 160 Coastal Dune Scrub, EVC 161 Coastal Headland Scrub, EVC 2 Coastal Banksia Woodland, EVC 879 Coastal Dune Grassland Source
City of Greater Dandenong
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Small shrub, native) Source
City of Kingston
Local native plant guide: Common indigenous plants in Kingston (Soil: coastal) Source
Mornington Peninsula Shire
Local native planting list: EVC 161 Coastal Headland Scrub, EVC 2 Coast Banksia Woodland, EVC 858 Coastal Alkaline Scrub Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
In pots and other containers
In native and wildlife gardens
In hanging baskets

Tips for success

I prefer a low phosphorous fertiliser and benefit from a trim to shape after flowering

Suggested spacing: 1.3m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Ask your retailer for Correa alba prostrate by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.

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