A hardy small shrub with boldly variegated leaves. It has white flowers from late winter through spring. Adapts to a wide range of climates and soil types to create year round interest in the garden. At its best in part shade but also good for sunnier spots too. Good cut flower as well.
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Wax Flower
Scientific Name - Philotheca myoporoides
Family - Rutaceae
Cultivar Name - Moon Shadow
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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, 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
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Open foliage, Spreading, Mound-shaped, Variegated
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
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Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Screen, Attractive foliage
Special Uses - Cut flower, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
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