Philotheca myoporoides Flower Girl (syn. Eriostemon) - 140 mm

Philotheca myoporoides ‘Flower Girl’ (syn. Eriostemon) – 140 mm

Native • Compact Shrub • Pink Buds • Starry White Flowers

A stunning Australian native shrub valued for its neat habit, aromatic foliage, and masses of delicate star-shaped white flowers that emerge from soft pink buds. Philotheca ‘Flower Girl’ is a refined, compact selection that adds elegance and fragrance to the garden, especially during the cooler months.

Plant Features
Australian native shrub
Star-shaped white flowers with soft pink buds
Lightly aromatic, glossy green foliage
Long flowering period (often autumn through spring)
Compact, tidy growth habit
Highly attractive to pollinators such as bees

Size
Height:
Typically grows around 0.8–1.2 metres tall

Width:
Usually grows around 0.8–1.2 metres wide

Growing Conditions
Philotheca ‘Flower Girl’ prefers:

Well-drained soil
Full sun to part shade
Low water once established
Sheltered position for best flowering
Light frost tolerance once established

Perfect For
Cottage and native gardens
Feature planting
Borders and pathways
Courtyard and small gardens
Mixed shrub plantings
Pollinator-friendly gardens

Care Tips
Water regularly during establishment
Light prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape
Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
Use a native-friendly, low-phosphorus fertiliser if required