Natures Nectar®
Philotheca myoporoides Wax Flower 180MM
Philotheca myoporoides ‘Wax Flower’ – 180MM
(Not currently available to be ordered)
I am Short leaf Wax Flower. My family originated from Eastern Australia
With a naturally rounded and compact from I produce masses of soft pink buds over a long period which open to white star shaped flowers upon elegant light green foliage from late winter into summer. My foliage is highly aromatic with a distinct citrusy aroma. My flowers attract bees and beneficial insects from far and wide. I am very hardy and low maintenance in a range of soils and tolerant of extremes of temperatures and dry conditions. I make a great low hedge. I am a great Australian Native plant. |
Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun) | |
Height: 2m Width: 2m | |
I tolerate dryness and require minimal water once established | |
Australian Native | |
Suitable for coastal planting. I prefer well drained, moisture retentive soil |
I am popular and will make you happy because… |
My rounded leathery leaves have a destinctive citrus fragrance | |
I produce masses of white star-shaped flowers from pink buds in late winter through to summer | |
My flowers are a magnet for birds, bees and beneficial insects |
- Plant me:
- in garden beds and general landscaping
- to be cut flowers to be enjoyed indoors
- in fragrant and sensory gardens
- as a screening hedge
Tips for success… |
I am easy care, just light prune me after flowering and top-up mulch when needed | |
Plant me 1.3m apart | |
100% Recyclable Pot and Label Most pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene |
Plant family: Rutaceae |
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The Nature's Nectar ® Collection
Australian native plants are increasingly popular with both home gardeners and landscapers due to the drought tolerant nature and the fact they are usually very hardy plants.
Nature's Nectar® is an exceptional collection of flowering native structural plants that also encourage birds into the garden.
Plants in this collection include:
Anigozanthos
Grevillea
Callistemon
Westringias
Correas
Also including:
Also Including: Eucalyptus. Leptospermum. Philotheca and many more.
Available in 140mm, 180mm and 200mm pots