{"product_id":"meghan-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-meghan","title":"Meghan Geraldton Wax - Chamelaucium uncinatum 'Meghan'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeghan Geraldton Wax (\u003cem\u003eChamelaucium uncinatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Meghan') is an Australian native shrub that grows up to 2m tall and 1.5m wide and carries cool, two-tone pink flowers with warm musk-pink centres from mid spring. Developed at Kings Park \u0026amp; Botanic Garden in Perth for pot growing and cut flowers, it flowers over a long period and suits a deck as well as a garden border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-tone pink flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool pink petals surround a warmer musk-pink centre, which gives the blooms depth without looking heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long flowering run.\u003c\/strong\u003e It flowers over an extended period, from mid spring, so it earns its space for weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBred for pots and the vase.\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed for container growing and cut flowers, it works on a deck as well as in the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine, soft foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The slender needle-like leaves make a light backdrop for the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough once settled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants handle dry spells and light frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeck and courtyard pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a large, heavy pot with free draining native mix and keep it in full sun. A pot controls the size and avoids soil problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart as a feature shrub, or closer if you want a flowing line of colour. It combines well with grey foliage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut flower gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow a plant or two for bunches, and the cuts become a light prune that keeps the shrub dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Meghan Geraldton Wax in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in a sunny to partly shaded position, with full sun best for flowers. It suits Mediterranean, warm temperate and arid climates, and tolerates light frost. It prefers low humidity, so in moist subtropical districts choose a breezy position and watch drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, free draining soil is best. In containers, use a native potting mix with extra grit, and never let the pot stand in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for around 12 weeks to establish. Afterwards it is drought resistant, though a potted plant needs more water than a planted one. Feed yearly with a slow release native fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth and dense flowering 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 Meghan Geraldton Wax as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small, so plant it into free draining ground or pot it on into a larger container and keep it evenly moist through the first summer. Flowering builds as the plant gains size.\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\/australian-natives\"\u003eBrowse Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/discover-the-secret-to-long-lasting-blooms-in-your-garden\"\u003eLong lasting flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-prepare-the-soil-for-planting-tips-tricks\"\u003eHow to prepare the soil for planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower well in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it was developed for pot growing. Give it a large pot, sun and free drainage, and it will flower over a long period each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long will it last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaxflowers are not long-lived shrubs. Good drainage and a light prune after flowering keep Meghan healthy for many seasons, often eight to ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suited to humid areas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaxflowers prefer low humidity. In humid climates give it a raised bed or a pot, a sunny spot and plenty of airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787195449663,"sku":"CHA-UNC-MEGHAN-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/meghan-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-meghan.jpg?v=1792151690","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/meghan-geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-meghan","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}