A WA shrub with fine aromatic needle foliage smothered in waxy purple-pink flowers from winter into spring. A superb long-lasting cut flower and drought-hardy feature.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride'
Botanically, Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Purple Pride' is a fast-growing shrub in the Myrtaceae family, native to Western Australia. It reaches around 2 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen and aromatic foliage. Purple and pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride'
Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and arid and semi-arid climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice, tolerates salt-laden coastal winds and is usually left alone by rabbits.
Soil & planting
Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' handles dry conditions well once established. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' in the garden
Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' earns its place for cut flowers for the vase, a feature or specimen planting and feeding bees and pollinators.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' with species that also favour very drought tolerant and Mediterranean climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride'
Plant Sale lists Geraldton Wax 'Purple Pride' as tube stock, potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
