A compact evergreen shrub with rich plum-coloured foliage from early autumn through winter. As the season progresses, the colourful bracts develop deep plum outer bracts surrounding creamy inner bracts, creating a beautiful contrast. An excellent feature plant for year-round colour and highly valued for cut flowers.

Thrives in full sun with free-draining, acidic soil and is well suited to coastal and Mediterranean-style gardens. Prune after flowering to encourage a dense habit and prolific bract production. Hardy once established with moderate frost tolerance.