Fairy-wax

Ozothamnus ferrugineus

Asteraceae

Shrub

Ornamental

Evergreen

Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Ozothamnus ferrugineus, known as Fairy-wax, is an evergreen ornamental shrub that prefers full sun and medium watering. It is suitable for USDA zones 9-11 and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. This plant blooms year-round with white flowers and prefers loamy, sandy, or chalky soil. It is known to attract pollinators and is not toxic.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

1–2 m

Spread

1–1.5 m

Zones

9–11

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Water: Medium
Soil: Loamy, sandy, chalky
USDA Zones: 9-11
Height: 1-2 meters
Evergreen: Yes

Blooming

Months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Colors: White

This shrub is beneficial for attracting pollinators and is not considered toxic.

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