Masquerade' - Geraldton Wax, waxflower

APPEARANCE : Late season native waxflower hybrid; white buds open into pink flowers that deepen to maroon-purple as they age. Compact variety with slender needle-like foliage typical of waxflowers. USE FOR : Native, seaside, and cottage gardens for flowering colour. Winter-spring garden borders. Excellent cut flower; and bred for pot growing too CLIMATE : Tolerates light frost and is drought resistant once established. Prefers low humidity climates. PLANTING : Plant in free draining soil in a sunny to partly shaded position in the garden, best flowering is achieved in full sun. Suitable to exposed areas in most parts of Australia. Tolerates light frost and is drought resistant once established. Prefers low humidity climates. CARE : Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth and dense flowering next season, avoid cutting into old wood. Fertilise yearly using a slow release native fertiliser. HEIGHT & WIDTH : 1 m H x 1 m W.