Correa alba Lighthouse Star - 140 mm

Correa alba ‘Lighthouse Star’

Native • Coastal Shrub • Winter Flowering

A hardy Australian native shrub known for its soft grey-green foliage and masses of delicate white star-shaped flowers. Correa alba ‘Lighthouse Star’ is perfect for bringing structure and seasonal colour to the garden, especially through autumn and winter when many other plants slow down. Its compact, rounded habit makes it ideal for coastal gardens, native landscapes, and low-maintenance plantings.

Plant Features

• Australian native shrub
• Masses of white star-shaped flowers
• Attractive soft grey-green foliage
• Dense, compact growth habit
• Excellent for coastal and exposed sites
• Low-maintenance and long-lived

Size

Height:
Typically grows around 1–1.5 metres tall

Width:
Usually grows around 1–1.5 metres wide

Growing Conditions

Correa alba ‘Lighthouse Star’ prefers:

• Well-drained soil
• Full sun to part shade
• Low water once established
• Coastal exposure and wind tolerance
• Light frost tolerance

Perfect For

• Native gardens
• Coastal gardens
• Low-maintenance landscapes
• Wildlife-friendly plantings
• Hedging or informal screening
• Cottage-style gardens

Care Tips

• Water regularly while establishing
• Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and density
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Avoid heavy phosphorus fertilisers (use native-friendly fertiliser if needed)