Description
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Xanthostemon Little Goldie is a compact Australian native shrub admired for its glossy dark-green foliage, attractive bronze new growth and masses of bright golden-yellow flowers. It brings a beautiful splash of colour to the garden while maintaining a naturally dense, rounded growth habit.
Also associated with the golden penda group, this smaller-growing selection offers the appeal of the larger flowering species in a more manageable form. Its fluffy yellow flowers stand out against the foliage and can appear over an extended period in suitable warm conditions.
Little Goldie is a lovely choice for gardeners who want an evergreen flowering shrub for a feature position, garden border or colourful native planting.
Plant details
- Botanical name: Xanthostemon chrysanthus ‘Little Goldie’
- Common name: Little Goldie, dwarf golden penda
- Mature height: Approximately 60cm–1m
- Mature width: Approximately 60cm–1m
- Growth habit: Compact, dense evergreen shrub
- Foliage: Glossy dark-green leaves with bronze new growth
- Flowers: Fluffy golden-yellow flowers
- Flowering season: Can flower over much of the year in warm conditions
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
- Wildlife: Flowers attract nectar-feeding birds and insects
- Uses: Feature planting, borders, screening and containers
Golden flowers and attractive foliage
The standout feature of Little Goldie is its bright yellow flowers. Their fluffy appearance creates a beautiful contrast against the dark foliage, while the bronze new growth adds another layer of colour.
Its compact habit makes it especially useful in smaller garden spaces. Plant it as a feature shrub or combine it with other Australian natives for a colourful mixed garden bed.
Growing conditions
Xanthostemon enjoys warm conditions and is well suited to subtropical gardens. Choose a position with good sunlight for the best flowering, although it can tolerate some part shade.
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Water regularly while establishing and maintain consistent moisture during hot weather.
Avoid allowing the roots to remain waterlogged, particularly after heavy rainfall.
Feeding and maintenance
Apply a suitable slow-release fertiliser during the growing season, following the product instructions. Mulching helps retain moisture and supports healthy root development.
Light pruning can help maintain a compact shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove damaged or untidy branches as needed.
A golden addition to your garden
Little Goldie is an attractive option for gardeners who love flowering Australian natives but need a more compact shrub. Its bright yellow flowers, glossy foliage and manageable size make it a lovely choice for feature planting and colourful garden borders.
