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Wax Flower

Jamesia Americana

Scientific Name	Jamesia Americana
Common Name	Wax Flower
Family	Hydrangeaceae (Hydrangea)
Habit	Shrub
Growth Form	Upright
Mature Size	36-48” High, 4-6’ Wide
Flowers	Late Spring to Early Summer, White
Hardiness	Zones 3-8
Sun Requirements	Sun to Partial Shade
Water Requirements	Average Water Needs
Soil Requirements	Well-drained, Loam or Gravelly
Other Info	Also Known As Cliffbush, Five Petal Cliffbush, Good For Fall Color, Fragrant Flowers, Drought Tolerant