Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven

Coleonema pulchellum 'Sunset Gold'

Pronunciation: koh-lee-oh-NEE-muh pul-KEL-um
SKU #03724
8-11

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 4 to 6 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11

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Description A low, spreading evergreen shrub with fantastic foliage. Displays attractive, tiny pink blooms over a long season. Golden heath-like leaves are very fragrant when crushed. Excellent for filling in empty spaces in borders with a burst of color.
Bloom Time Winter and spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Yellow
Companion Plants Yucca (Yucca); Sedum (Sedum); Aloe (Aloe); Agave (Agave); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe)
Care Instructions Thrives in well-drained, light, sandy soils, away from harsh winds. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
History Introduced in the U.S. in the late 1980/s, this selection was first discovered in a garden in Western Australia.
Details
DescriptionA low, spreading evergreen shrub with fantastic foliage. Displays attractive, tiny pink blooms over a long season. Golden heath-like leaves are very fragrant when crushed. Excellent for filling in empty spaces in borders with a burst of color.
Bloom TimeWinter and spring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorYellow
Companion PlantsYucca (Yucca); Sedum (Sedum); Aloe (Aloe); Agave (Agave); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in well-drained, light, sandy soils, away from harsh winds. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
History
HistoryIntroduced in the U.S. in the late 1980/s, this selection was first discovered in a garden in Western Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven produce flowers?
Winter and spring
Is Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven evergreen or deciduous?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care.
How fast does Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven grow?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven in my landscape?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven flowers?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven?
Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven has Yellow foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven?
Good companion plants for Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven include: Yucca (Yucca); Sedum (Sedum); Aloe (Aloe); Agave (Agave); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe).
How do I care for Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven?
Thrives in well-drained, light, sandy soils, away from harsh winds. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
What is the history of Sunset Gold Breath of Heaven?
Introduced in the U.S. in the late 1980/s, this selection was first discovered in a garden in Western Australia.

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