This shrub has an upright habit with stiff open branching forming a rounded bushy habit. It has grey green variable lanced-shape leaves and waxy pink star-shape flowers appear solitary along the stems during spring.

It is excellent for planting in sand dunes along the coastal fringe.

Hardiness zones 9 to 10 

Eriostemon australasius is naturally found on the east coast of Australia from Queensland, New South Wales to Victoria growing on the coastal dunes and mountains. 

It prefers a well drained moderately fertile sandy soil in a protected sunny position when young, and is frost tender and drought tolerant.

The Pink Wax Flower is grown for its attractive flowers and its aromatic foliage. It is planted in coastal or small gardens along borders or as a specimen. It is also used in patio pots or planter boxes and as a spill-over above retaining walls. It establishes in 2-3 years and is planted in fragrant gardens on the coast and in the lower mountains. ID 1028

Eriostemon (er-ree-OS-teh-mon) australasius (os-trah-LAH-see-us)

Rutaceae (roo-TAY-see-ee)
Rue and Citrus Family