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Coleonema rubrum

Breath Of Heaven Plant

Coleonema rubrum is a beautiful compact shrub admired for its fine aromatic foliage and masses of tiny rosy pink flowers. This graceful plant brings colour, softness, and gentle movement to NZ gardens throughout the warmer months. It thrives in sunny positions and handles coastal conditions extremely well. Buyers appreciate its long flowering season, tidy growth habit, and ability to add charm and texture to gardens with very little maintenance.

Coleonema rubrum dark pink flowers with fine, green foliage.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:75 cm
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asBreath Of Heaven Plant
Sku11144

How to grow Coleonema rubrum in NZ

How to grow Coleonema rubrum in NZ begins with selecting a sunny and free draining position. This hardy shrub flourishes in warm and open sites including coastal gardens where wind and salt exposure are common. Water regularly during the first season to help the plant establish. Once settled it becomes tolerant of dry periods and low care conditions. Full sun encourages strong flowering and helps maintain a compact and tidy shape.

Coleonema rubrum care tips

Coleonema rubrum care tips are straightforward which makes it an excellent shrub for low maintenance gardens. Water during extended dry spells to keep the plant looking fresh. Apply a controlled release fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Light trimming after flowering helps maintain a rounded form and encourages denser foliage. This variety is naturally resilient and handles coastal conditions and general garden environments with ease.

Coleonema rubrum size, spacing, and growth rate

Coleonema rubrum typically grows to around one metre tall and wide forming a soft and mounded shrub. Space plants about eighty centimetres to one metre apart for borders or group plantings. Growth is moderate with a naturally tidy habit that requires little shaping. As it matures it develops a dense mass of fine foliage dotted with pink flowers creating a cloud like display that brightens sunny garden spaces.

Landscaping uses for Coleonema rubrum

Landscaping uses for Coleonema rubrum include softening garden edges, adding gentle colour, and creating airy displays in sunny areas. It is perfect for cottage gardens, coastal landscapes, pathways, and mixed shrub borders. The fine foliage and pink flowers contrast beautifully with bolder textured plants. It also works well in mass plantings where its light and graceful form can be fully appreciated across larger areas.

Why buy Coleonema rubrum from The Plant Company?

Why buy Coleonema rubrum from The Plant Company is simple. We supply high quality plants grown to thrive in NZ conditions. Our team carefully selects strong and healthy stock to ensure reliable establishment and long term performance. The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery and we take pride in providing excellent service, expert guidance, and secure nationwide delivery. When you buy from us you receive plants you can trust for lasting beauty.

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