Crowea exalata ‘Green Cape Crowea’ – Waxflower

Crowea exalata 'Green Cape'
Crowea exalata 'Green Cape'

A compact, prostrate dwarf shrub with short thick aromatic foliage and masses of multi-hued pink waxy star flowers mainly in autumn and spring, with spot flowers at other times possible. Butterflies, moths and dainty harmless native bees love the flowers. Use as a mounding groundcover in beds, cascading over banks or walls, or as a pot plant for balconies, courtyards and patios. Prefers cool moist conditions, can be shorter lived in hot and windy areas.

Family : Rutaceae

Cultivar Name: Green Cape Crowea

Plant Type : Small shrub, Ground cover

Width : 0.8

Flowering Time : Summer, Autumn, Winter

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

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Crowea exalata

Common Name : Crowea

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

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

Light : Sunny, Light shade, Half shade

Lifespan :

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects, Lizards