{"product_id":"masquerade-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-masquerade","title":"Masquerade Geraldton Wax - Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Masquerade'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMasquerade Geraldton Wax (\u003cem\u003eChamelaucium uncinatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Masquerade') is a compact Australian native shrub, about 1m high and wide, whose flowers change colour as they age. Bright white buds open to pale pink and gradually deepen to plum purple, so several shades show on the bush at once. It comes into bud in mid spring, later than most waxflowers, and suits pots and cottage gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers that change colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e White, pink and plum purple blooms share the same branch, as each flower deepens with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA compact 1m shrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e Much smaller than most waxflowers, it fits where larger varieties would swamp the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA natural in pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It was bred for pot growing, so it thrives on a deck, balcony or courtyard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA late bloomer.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is in bud by mid spring, which carries the waxflower season later than the early varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut flowers in mixed colours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stems of mixed white, pink and purple blossom make an unusual bunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a pot 35cm or wider with free draining native mix, and stand it in full sun. Its small size keeps it in proportion with seating and steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow flowering borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 80cm apart along a path or the front of a sunny bed. The colour change gives a border interest for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCottage gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its mixed colours blend with silver foliage, lavender and other soft planting, and the plant is small enough for a tight front garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Masquerade Geraldton Wax in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sunny to partly shaded position suits it, with full sun giving the best colour. It grows in Mediterranean, warm temperate and arid climates and tolerates light frost. It prefers low humidity, so it is a challenge in damp subtropical gardens unless drainage and airflow are excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil is a must. Use a gritty native potting mix in containers, and raise the bed on heavy ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly and mulch the root zone for the first 12 weeks. After that it is drought resistant, though pots need more frequent watering. Fertilise yearly with a slow release native fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e After flowering, prune lightly to encourage new growth and a dense flowering display next season. Avoid cutting into old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Masquerade Geraldton Wax as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small, compact plant and can go straight into a border or a pot. Keep it evenly moist through its first summer and expect flowering to build over the first season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-small-gardens\"\u003ePlants for small gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/perennial-plants-for-a-cottage-garden\"\u003ePlants for a cottage garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/choosing-the-right-size-pot-for-your-plant-the-complete-guide\"\u003eChoosing the right pot size\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo the flowers really change colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. White buds open pale pink, and the flowers gradually deepen to plum purple as they age, so the colour shifts through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1m high and wide, much smaller than most Geraldton wax, which makes it a good choice for a pot or a small garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Masquerade a good choice for a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It stays around 1m, was bred for pot growing and likes sharp drainage, so a gritty native mix and a sunny spot suit it well. Water a pot more often than you would an in-ground plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787195384127,"sku":"CHA-UNC-MASQUE-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/masquerade-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-masquerade.jpg?v=1792151682","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/masquerade-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-masquerade","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}