A spreading and open growing shrub from alpine areas of south eastern Australia, it grows from half a metre to a couple of metres high and wide. The flowers are pale grey-green with attractive purple veining, and occur in summer. Drought and frost tolerant.
Prostanthera monticola – Buffalo Mint Bush
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Mint Bush
Scientific Name - Prostanthera monticola
Family - Lamiaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.3
Maximum Height - 2
Minimum Width - 0.5
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - White, Purple
Flowering Time - Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Cold climate, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Open foliage
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting, Semihardwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates heavy frost
Plant Usage - Hedge, Topiary, Screen, Windbreak
Special Uses - Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Other insects
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