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Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum'

Also Known As

  • Coleonema pulchrum 'Compacta'
  • Compact Pink Breath
  • Confetti Bush
  • Pink Diosma

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum' plant details

Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and winter pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 0 - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and winter
Uses: compact, fragrant, long-blooming, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact form of Coleonema pulchellum. Soft, aromatic chartreuse leaves with small star-like pink flowers spring through the fall. Great for small gardens and along walkways. Hardy to 25 F.
Similar to the species, but with a smaller habit 2-4' tall.

Gardening facts about Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum' plant

How to Grow Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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