Chamelaucium floriferum
Waxflower
A$9.00
Chamelaucium floriferum, commonly known as the Walpole Waxflower, is a hardy Australian native shrub famous for its prolific spring floral displays and aromatic, needle-like foliage. Native primarily to the subtropical coastal regions of Western Australia, it is a close relative of the more widely known Geraldton Wax (C. uncinatum).
Key Features
Flowers: Produces massed, small, waxy flowers typically in late winter and spring. Blooms are often white with dark red or pink centres, frequently aging to a deeper red as they mature.
Foliage: Features dense, fresh green, linear leaves that are highly aromatic when crushed.
Growth Habit: Generally grows as an erect or conical shrub reaching between 1.5 to 3 metres in height, though compact cultivars like 'Little Lorey' stay around 1 metre.
Utility: Highly valued as a long-lasting cut flower, often lasting one to two weeks in a vase.
Growing Conditions & Care
To ensure success with Chamelaucium floriferum, provide conditions that mimic its native Western Australian habitat:
Sunlight: Requires a full sun position to encourage maximum flowering.
Soil: Must be planted in well-drained soil, preferably sandy or gravelly. It is highly sensitive to "wet feet" and poor drainage.
Watering: Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires very little water.
Maintenance: Prune the plant back by about one-third immediately after flowering. This prevents it from becoming "leggy" and promotes a compact, bushy shape for the next season.
Climate: Best suited to Mediterranean climates with dry summers. It can struggle in high-humidity areas
Available in a 14cm pot
