Philotheca myoporoides ‘Flower Girl’ – Wax Flower
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- Philotheca ‘Flower Girl’
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.
| Scientific Name: | Philotheca |
| Family: | Rutaceae |
| Common Name: | Wax Flower |
| Plant Type: | Small shrub |
| Height: | 1 ~ 1.5 metre |
| Width: | 1 ~ 1.5 metre |
| 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 |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage |
| 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 |
Angus recommends Bush Tucker fertilizer for this plant.