Wax Flower

Daisy-like flowers with dark centers are borne in clusters along a woody stem; foliage is needle-like, resembling rosemary; this is a filler like baby's breath

Colors  Pink, purple, and white
Availability  Year round
Vase life  Medium
Care and handling  Woody Stem Technique
Design tips  A good filler flower for any design style
Corsage use  Works well in corsages and boutonnieres as a filler flower; floral tape the individual flowers or use as an accent


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Wax Flower
Chamelaucium uncinatum


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