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Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower
Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Purple Pride'
Pronunciation: kam-ay-LAU-see-um un-sin-AH-tum
SKU #02292
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when soil is completely dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 6 to 10 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | A durable, drought tolerant, sun-loving Australian native with graceful, upright branching, fine but dense, needle-like, lightly aromatic, green foliage, and deep rosy-purple flowers. Adds vivid color to a low-water garden. The loose, airy sprays of waxy flowers are prized by florists for long-lasting color in cut flower arrangements. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late winter to mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Rice Flower (Ozothamnus); Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea); Lantana (Lantana) |
| Care Instructions | Requires loose, sandy, well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay and soggy soils. Once established needs only occasional water, however, flowers best with supplemental water in spring in absence of rainfall; reduce frequency in summer. Fertilize sparingly. Prune back by 1/3 after bloom period to promote dense, bushy growth and optimal flowering. |
| History | 'Purple Pride' is an Australian bred Chamelaucium cultivar, hybridized by George Lullfitz of Wanneroo, Perth in Western Australia in 1977. |
Details
| Description | A durable, drought tolerant, sun-loving Australian native with graceful, upright branching, fine but dense, needle-like, lightly aromatic, green foliage, and deep rosy-purple flowers. Adds vivid color to a low-water garden. The loose, airy sprays of waxy flowers are prized by florists for long-lasting color in cut flower arrangements. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late winter to mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Rice Flower (Ozothamnus); Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea); Lantana (Lantana) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Requires loose, sandy, well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay and soggy soils. Once established needs only occasional water, however, flowers best with supplemental water in spring in absence of rainfall; reduce frequency in summer. Fertilize sparingly. Prune back by 1/3 after bloom period to promote dense, bushy growth and optimal flowering. |
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History
| History | 'Purple Pride' is an Australian bred Chamelaucium cultivar, hybridized by George Lullfitz of Wanneroo, Perth in Western Australia in 1977. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower produce flowers?
Late winter to mid-spring
Is Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower evergreen or deciduous?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower grow?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower in my landscape?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower flowers?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower?
Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower?
Good companion plants for Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower include: New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Kohuhu (Pittosporum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Rice Flower (Ozothamnus); Hopseed Bush (Dodonaea); Lantana (Lantana).
How do I care for Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower?
Requires loose, sandy, well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay and soggy soils. Once established needs only occasional water, however, flowers best with supplemental water in spring in absence of rainfall; reduce frequency in summer. Fertilize sparingly. Prune back by 1/3 after bloom period to promote dense, bushy growth and optimal flowering.
What is the history of Purple Pride Geraldton Waxflower?
'Purple Pride' is an Australian bred Chamelaucium cultivar, hybridized by George Lullfitz of Wanneroo, Perth in Western Australia in 1977.
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