A really pretty, hardy small shrub that adapts well to a wide range of environments. The pinkish tinge to the open flowers is a feature. Great plant for a shrubbery or pot. Good cut flower as well. Aromatic foliage. It has a long flowering period from late winter through spring.
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Wax Flower
Scientific Name - Philotheca
Family - Rutaceae
Cultivar Name - Flower Girl
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 1
Maximum Height - 1.5
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - White, Pink
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral
Soil Type - Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade, Half shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Mound-shaped
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant, Screen, Fragrant
Special Uses - Cut flower, Pipe and drain friendly, Pollution tolerant, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
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