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Coleonema pulchellum 'Pacific Gold'

Pacific Gold Breath Of Heaven

Plant photo of: Coleonema pulchellum 'Pacific Gold'
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

The Golden Breath of Heaven is an evergreen shrub that found its way here from Western Australia. The foliage is yellow-green and feathery-fine looking. It can grow up to 4' tall and 6' wide. It needs full sun and medium amount of water, with fast- draining soil. It has tiny light pink flowers that bloom from winter into spring. Plant it along paths and have it brush against you. Plant with contrasting colors and textures to highlight this beautiful shrub.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

3-6'

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

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.