Chamelaucium uncinatum – Geraldton Wax

Chamelaucium uncinatum - geraldton wax
Chamelaucium uncinatum - geraldton wax

The profusion of long lasting waxy flowers on a spreading but dense shrub are the outstanding features of this iconic Australian plant. It is one of the world’s great cut flowers and is used extensively as a backing flower in arrangements. It makes a wonderful feature shrub or screen plant in the garden especially in areas with drier summers. The normal pink variety is more hardy than the darker colours. The foliage is aromatic when crushed. Give it a light trim after flowering.

Family : Myrtaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub

Width : 6

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Pollution tolerant, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Chamelaucium uncinatum

Common Name : Geraldton Wax

Height : 5

Flower Color : White, Pink, Purple

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan :

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Chamelaucium uncinatum – Geraldton Wax