Philotheca Myoporoides ‘Flower Girl’ (Wax Flower)
Philotheca Myoporoides ‘Flower Girl’ (Wax Flower)
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Philotheca Myoporoides ‘Flower Girl’ (Wax Flower) is a refined Australian native shrub valued for its delicate star-shaped blooms and beautifully aromatic foliage. The soft pink buds open into clusters of pale, waxy white flowers that create a gentle, elegant display from late winter through spring. Its neat, compact growth habit and fine green leaves make it an excellent choice for feature planting, borders, and courtyard gardens where subtle colour and fragrance are desired.
Highly regarded for its resilience and low-maintenance performance, ‘Flower Girl’ thrives in well-drained soils and sunny to lightly shaded positions. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care, making it ideal for modern waterwise gardens. The fragrant foliage and long-lasting flowers also attract beneficial insects, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal. Perfect for mass planting or as a standout feature shrub, this variety delivers year-round structure with seasonal floral interest.

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Mature height
0.8–1.5m
Mature width
0.8–1.2m
Spacing
0.8–1.2m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Green foliage with white to pink star-shaped flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Winter to spring (June to September)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
Root System
Non-invasive, moderately spreading root system suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting