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Products > Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Purple Pride'
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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Myrtaceae (Myrtles) |
| Origin: Australia (Australasia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Violet Red |
| Bloomtime: Winter/Spring |
| Height: 4-6 feet |
| Width: 4-6 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
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Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Purple Pride' (Geraldton Waxflower) - This is a dark selection of Chamelaucium uncinatum that grows to 6 to 7 feet tall by as wide with long dark green foliage that densely lines the dark red stems. The winter to spring (January - May) 1/2 inch wide dark rosy-purple flowers with a white central ring are slightly larger than the other varieties. This evergreen shrub has light green foliage and the leaves densely clothe the stems. It can grow to about six feet by six feet. It is drought tolerant and appreciates good drainage and is hardy to about 25 degrees F. It makes a great filler for flower arrangements. 'Purple Pride' is one of the most popular older varieties of waxflower.
The information on this page is based on our research conducted in our nursery library, from online sources, as well as from observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery containers, in the nursery's garden and in other gardens where we have observed it. We will also incorporate comments received from others and welcome getting feedback of any kind from those who have additional information, particularly if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Chamelaucium 'Purple Pride'.
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