Botanical Name: Common Names:
Philotheca myoporoides Ruby Cascade Long Leaf Wax Flower,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Shrubs Dense, Rounded
Description:
Formally called Eriostemon, Philotheca Ruby Cascade is a compact, hardy, long-lived shrub that handles windy and coastal positions. A multitude of starry, white flowers appear along the stems in spring and continue for many months. Attracts bees and butterflies, great for containers and general garden use. Grows approx 60cm tall x 1m wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Feature, Formal Garden, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Verge, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free, Sooty Mould
Cultural Notes: Prefers full sun to part shade. Low maintenance, has a naturally neat appearance. Just prune occasionally to shape if required. Tolerates coastal conditions and strong winds well. Thrives in sub-tropical and cooler climates. Information and images courtesy of Ramm Botanicals.
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Rutaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink, White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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