Botanical Name
Prostanthera aspalathoides
Common Name
Scarlet Mint-bush
Description
Small shrub; strongly aromatic foliage; tubular orange flowers in Sp-S. Red, yellow and green flower forms are sometimes available. Bird attracting. Dry tolerant.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
40-80 cm x 40-80 cm
Reliability
Prostanthera aspalathoides naturally occurs in heathlands and rocky slopes across southeastern Australia, thriving in well-drained acidic soils with good air circulation and drought tolerance.
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