Many readers will have heard of Geraldton waxflower Chamelaucium uncinatum (‘Purple Pride’ form shown opposite), a reliable, free-flowering old favourite widely grown in gardens throughout southern Australia in particular.
However, there is so much more to this wonderful group of Australian plants. Let’s explore some of its lesser-known cousins, not just for their ornamental value but also for their ability to create wildlife habitat, attracting nectar-feeding birds as well as amazing insects such as brightly coloured jewel beetles.
In recent times, high-end chefs and aromatherapists have also been discovering waxflowers and exploring
