Botanical name
Philotheca buxifolia ‘Cascade of Stars’ (syn. Eriostemon buxifolius)
Common name
Wax Flower
Wax Flower description
A lovely sprawling Australian native shrub that grows 50cm wide to 50cm wide.
In Spring, this Philotheca produces a mass of pink flower buds which open to display pale pinkish-white star-shaped flowers. It has a naturally cascading growth habit and lovely aromatic mid-green foliage. Attracts birds and bees.
Climate
Temperate, dry
Plant cultivation and care
Philotheca is a hardy plant that requires little water once established. Plant in a full sun to part shade position in well drained soil.
Tolerant of light frosts and drought once established.
Plant use
Rockeries, pots, shrubberies, native gardens, small gardens, fragrant gardens.
Pruning
Light tip pruning after flowering will promote a denser growth habit and an abundance of flowers next season.
Pests and diseases
No specific pests and diseases.
