Coleonema pulchellum 'Sunset Gold'

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Golden Breath Of Heaven

Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany/Syrek

Description

'Sunset Gold' is a reliable hardy shrub reaching 2' tall and 4' wide. Leaves are needle-like, evergreen, yellow green, aromatic and finely textured. Small, pale pink flowers appear on the plant from winter through spring. This plant does best in full to part sun with well draining soil. It needs regular watering. It tolerates coastal areas. Grown more for foliage than flowers.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.