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Prostanthera phylicifolia
A bushy shrub with aromatic green foliage. A spectacular mass of purple-blue 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 after flowering to maintain shape. An attractive shrub.
Genus
Prostanthera
Species
phylicifolia
Cultivar
Common name
Australian mint bush
Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
Australia
DETAILS
Height
1.5 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates exposed sites. / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Nourishment / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
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.
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