Add resilience and beauty to your garden with Geraldton Wax Flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum), a hardy, drought-tolerant flowering shrub known for its vibrant blooms and aromatic foliage. Perfect for garden beds, borders, or container planting, this low-maintenance plant attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it ideal for eco-friendly, water-wise gardens. Its heirloom quality ensures strong growth and long-lasting floral displays season after season.
Features & Specifications
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Plant Variety: Geraldton Wax Flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum)
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Flower Color: Pink, red, or white (variety dependent)
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial shrub
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Maintenance Level: Low
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
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Best Use: Garden beds, borders, containers, and ornamental displays
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Climate Tolerance: Drought-tolerant; prefers well-draining soil and temperate to subtropical climates
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Use sandy, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface and press gently; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: Space plants 2–4 feet (60–120 cm) apart for optimal growth.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; water moderately once established.
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade.
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Germination Period: 14–28 days under optimal conditions.
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Best Season to Plant: Spring or early summer after the last frost.
