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Prostanthera cuneata
A rounded bushy shrub with dark green foliage. The aromatic foliage has a strong, sweet minty scent. A spectacular mass of white flowers smoother the bush in spring. Great food for bees. Best planted in well drained soil, tolerates dry once established. Grows in sun or semi-shade. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. An attractive shrub.
Genus
Prostanthera
Species
cuneata
Cultivar
Common name
Australian alpine mint bush
Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
Australia
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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