Coleonema compacta

Coleonema compacta Details

Coleonema compacta is a popular shrub due to its attractive, aromatic foliage, and star like flowers. The bright green foliage is soft and feathery, borne on slender stems, and releases a pleasant and light fragrance when brushed against. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, pink flowers from late winter through spring. This evergreen typically grows to 60 cm tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It will tolerate frost, cool climates, coastal conditions, dry periods, and some wind. Coleonema compactum is a great plant for using as a groundcover, including in mixed plantings and borders, or planting near a walkway where its beauty and aromatic foliage can be appreciated.