Botanical Name
Agonis flexuosa ‘Burgundy’
Common Name
Burgundy Willow Peppermint
Description
Burgundy Willow Peppermint is a spectacular cultivar that brings dramatic color and elegant form to Australian gardens. This striking tree features cascading burgundy-red foliage that creates a stunning focal point in any landscape. The narrow, weeping branches sway gracefully in the breeze, while the aromatic leaves release a pleasant peppermint scent when crushed. Small white flowers appear in spring and summer, attracting native bees and birds. Extremely hardy and drought tolerant once established, this adaptable tree thrives in various soil conditions and coastal environments. Its unique coloring and weeping habit make it perfect for contemporary gardens, screening applications, or as a standout specimen tree.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
5-7 m x 3-4 m
Habitat
Agonis flexuosa (Willow Peppermint) is native to the coastal belt of South-Western Western Australia, growing in sandy coastal dunes, heathlands, and as an understorey tree in Tuart and Jarrah forests. It thrives in full sun and well-drained sandy soils, is adaptable to a range of soil types, and is highly tolerant of coastal winds and drought once established.
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