Coleonema pulchellum Album

Common Name:
White Breath of Heaven

Description:
Coleonema pulchellum 'Album', commonly known as White Breath of Heaven, is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It features slender, aromatic, needle-like leaves and produces an abundance of small, star-shaped white flowers from autumn through to early summer. The plant's fine, airy foliage and profuse blooming make it a popular choice for adding texture and interest to gardens. In Melbourne's climate, it thrives in well-drained soils and can withstand coastal conditions, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1–1.5 meters
• Width: 1–1.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Resistant
• Fragrant foliage
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for Hedging
• Tolerates coastal conditions

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Leucadendron
• Grevillea
• Westringia

Note: Regular pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact shape and encourages prolific blooming in the following season.