{"product_id":"coleonema-pulchellum-compactum-red-velvet","title":"Coleonema pulchellum 'Compactum Red Velvet'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Velvet Diosma \/ Compact Pink Breath of Heaven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"320\" data-start=\"298\"\u003eColeonema pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Compactum Red Velvet’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rutaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eSouth Africa (garden cultivar selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen compact shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"839\" data-start=\"484\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"506\" data-start=\"484\"\u003eColeonema pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Compactum Red Velvet’ is a neat, fine-textured evergreen shrub prized for its soft, aromatic foliage and masses of deep pink to red flowers that smother the plant from late winter through spring. Perfectly suited to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, it thrives in full sun, free-draining soils and low-water landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1222\" data-start=\"841\"\u003eThis compact form stays naturally dense and rounded, making it ideal for low hedging, borders, pots and feature plantings. The foliage releases a light citrus scent when brushed, adding another sensory layer to courtyards and pathways. With excellent drought tolerance once established and strong performance in coastal conditions, ‘Red Velvet’ is both beautiful and resilient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6–0.9 m H × 0.6–1.0 m W (naturally compact, rounded habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, needle-like deep green foliage; evergreen; aromatic with a light citrus scent; new growth may show bronze tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abundant deep pink to red five-petalled star flowers, late winter–spring (often extending into early summer)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light citrus scent from foliage when brushed; flowers not strongly fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense evergreen form year-round with peak flowering through winter–spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees and beneficial insects during flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant once established; excellent heat tolerance; wind tolerant; coastal tolerant (second-line and sheltered front-line); light frost tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low hedge or border: 0.5–0.7 m apart; Mass planting: 2–3 plants per m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally regarded as non-toxic; discourage chewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best flowering and compact growth; tolerates light part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or loamy soils; performs well on limestone soils common in Adelaide; avoid heavy, waterlogged clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks; Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer (weekly in heatwaves); little to no water in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low — light prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage density; avoid cutting into old woody growth; mulch annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years in suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for temperate and Mediterranean South Australia — Adelaide Plains, Fleurieu Peninsula, coastal suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to slightly acidic preferred; tolerates mildly alkaline soils if drainage is excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow flowering hedge or border along paths and driveways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature shrub in courtyards and entry gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass planting for winter–spring colour in waterwise gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal and Mediterranean-style landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer planting for patios and alfresco areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Compactum Red Velvet’ delivers months of rich colour right when gardens need it most, paired with fine evergreen foliage and an elegant, tidy habit. Waterwise, wind-tough and beautifully refined, it’s an outstanding choice for Adelaide gardens seeking low maintenance with high visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48686599176444,"sku":"COLE-PULC-COMP-RED-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/coleonema-pulchellum-compactum-red-velvet-diosma-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1768786601","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/coleonema-pulchellum-compactum-red-velvet","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}