filler · easy · mid
Waxflower
Chamelaucium uncinatum · aka Geraldton wax
Waxflower is Australia's contribution to global wedding floristry — dozens of tiny florets per stem, weeks of vase life, and a subtle citrus scent. Splits into many usable side stems, making a single bunch cover multiple boutonnieres. A rare filler that lasts longer than the focal flowers it supports.
At a glance
| Family | Myrtaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Western Australia; commercially grown Australia, Israel, California |
| Peak season | all year |
| Availability | all year |
| Stem length | 40–80 cm |
| Vase life | 10–21 days |
| Colors | white, blush, pink, purple, burgundy |
| Price tier | mid |
Conditioning
Cut on a diagonal, split woody stems 2 cm for water uptake. Fresh water.
Care in the vase
- •Long vase life — 2–3 weeks common
- •Distinctive citrus-eucalyptus scent
- •Tiny florets provide huge coverage per stem
- •Splits into many usable side stems for boutonnieres
Design role & symbolism
Symbolismriches in love, lasting success
Occasionswedding filler, boutonniere, long-lasting arrangements
Substitutesgypsophila, statice
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