23/05/2026
Chamelaucium uncinatum, commonly known as the Geraldton Wax, is an iconic Australian native shrub famous for its masses of waxy flowers and aromatic, pine-like foliage. It belongs to the myrtle family (Myrtaceae) and is highly valued both as a hardy garden plant and a long-lasting cut flower.
Key Characteristics
Appearance: Features fine, needle-like green leaves that release a pleasant citrus scent when crushed.
Flowers: Displays five-petalled, waxy blooms typically ranging from white and pink to deep purple or mauve, usually appearing from late winter through summer.
Size: Typically grows into an open, spreading shrub between 1.5 to 3 metres high and wide, though dwarf cultivars are available.
Essential Care Guide
Sunlight: Full sun is essential. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to maximize flower production.
Soil: Must be sharply drained. It thrives in sandy, gravelly, or light loamy soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will not tolerate heavy clay or waterlogged ground.
Watering: Low water needs once established. Water deeply during its first first summer, then rely mostly on natural rainfall. Overwatering leads to root rot.
Climate: Highly drought-tolerant and handles light frost. It thrives in dry-summer climates but struggles in regions with high summer humidity.
Pruning: Prune lightly but regularly. Cut back by up to one-third immediately after flowering finishes to maintain a compact shape and encourage more blooms for next season. Avoid cutting back into old, leafless wood.
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