Family
Rutaceae
Botanical Name
COLEONEMA pulchrum 'Sunset Gold'
Plant Common Name
Breath-of-Heaven, Sunset Gold Breath-of-Heaven
General Description
A selection of the evergreen South African shrub Breath-of-heaven, 'Sunset Gold' (or 'Golden Sunset') is white-flowering and chartreuse-leaved, a handsome combination. Like its South African parent, it has short, narrow leaves covering upright stems, making the plant look soft and feathery like a large heath. In late spring to summer, the many small white flowers in tight clusters appear on the tips of the stems.
This breath-of-heaven should be given a neutral to acidic, moist yet well-drained soil. Provide as much sun as possible for best growth and full flowering. Average watering is sufficient in the summer, but reduce watering during the winter. Prune only after flowering. This plant is not fond of excessive humidity. It can be grown in conservatories or cool greenhouses outside of its hardiness range, or as part of the mixed border or as a tall groundcover in warm regions. When crushed, the leaves release a pleasant fragrance, so another good place for the plant is near a walkway.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
12 - 8
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USDA Hardiness Zone
8 - 11
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Sunset Zone
H1, H2, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Shrub
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
3'-5' / 0.9m - 1.5m
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Width
3'-4' / 0.9m - 1.2m
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Bloom Time
Late Spring, Early Summer, Fall
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Native To
South Africa
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
White
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Yellow, Chartreuse
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Yellow, Chartreuse
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Yellow, Chartreuse
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Yellow, Chartreuse
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Bark Color
Tan
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
Yes
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Fine
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
No
