Philotheca myoporoides Ruby Cascade Philotheca myoporoides Ruby Cascade Botanical Name: Philotheca myoporoides Ruby Cascade Common Names: Long Leaf Wax Flower, Native: Yes Foliage Type: Evergreen Plant Type: Shrubs Plant Habit: Dense, Rounded Description: Formally called Eriostemon, Philotheca Ruby Cascade is a compact, hardy, long- lived shrub that handles windy and coastal positions. A multitude of starry, white flowers appear along the stems in spring and continue for many months. Attracts bees and butterflies, great for containers and general garden use. Grows approx 60cm tall x 1m wide. Mature Height: 30-60cm Position: Full Sun, Semi Shade Mature Width: 60cm-1m Soil Type: Loam, Sandy Family Name: Rutaceae Landscape Use(s): Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Feature, Formal Garden, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Origin: Australia Rockery, Verge, Container / Pot Characteristics: Pest & Diseases: Foliage Colours: Green Generally trouble free, Sooty Mould Flower Colours: Pink, White Flower Fragrant: No Cultural Notes: Flowering Season: Spring Prefers full sun to part shade. Low maintenance, has a naturally neat appearance. Fruit: Insignificant Just prune occasionally to shape if required. Tolerates coastal conditions and strong winds well. Thrives in sub-tropical and cooler climates. Information and Requirements: images courtesy of Ramm Botanicals. Growth Rate: Moderate Maintenance Level: Low Plant Care: Water Usage: Low Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well Tolerances: Drought: High Frost: Moderate Wind: Moderate Disclaimer: Information and images provided is to be used as a guide only. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy and relevancy of all information, any decisions based on this information are the sole responsibility of the viewer. Call 1300 787 401 plantmark.com.au.