Description
The "Rosie's Gem/Sweet Rosie" cultivar of the Geraldton Wax (Chamelaucium) delights with its transition in bloom hues - starting as pristine white and gracefully maturing to a rich reddish-pink. As a native to Western Australia, this medium-sized shrub adorns gardens with these enchanting flowers from Makuru to Djilba (winter to early spring). Its changing colour palette makes it an ideal choice for garden enthusiasts looking to add dynamic visual interest to their garden spaces.
For those looking to plant "Rosie's Gem/Sweet Rosie" in the ground, enhancing poor, sandy soils with a quality soil conditioner can prove beneficial. In its initial stages, this shrub thrives with regular watering, but once established, it demonstrates notable hardiness, demanding additional water only during severe heatwaves. To ensure vivacious and healthy blooms, it's recommended to fertilise in Djilba (early spring) and Djeran (autumn).
| Botanical Name | Chamelaucium uncinatum x hybrida |
| Common Name | Geraldton Wax, Waxflower |
| Cultivar | Rosie's Gem/Sweet Rosie |
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Classification |
Chamelaucium |
| PBR Name | |
| Origin | Western Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5 - 2 M |
| Width | 1.5 - 2 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Performs best in well-drained, sandy soil enriched with soil conditioner at the time of planting. |
| Water Requirement | Water deeply through warm weather in its first year to encourage deep roots. Drought-hardy once established. May need extra water during heat waves. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | White aging to deep reddish-pink |
| Flower Time | Makuru to Djilba (winter to early spring) |
| Toxicity | Not known to be toxic to humans or animals. |
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