Prostanthera lasianthos (Victorian Christmas Tree)


Prostanthera lasianthos (Victorian Christmas Tree)
2 (10)m, Victorian Christmas Tree is a most unusual member in the genus of Australian mint bushes. The small bright green to mid green leaves have a typical menthol fragrance. It flowers in late autumn and winter and gives a floriferous display of numerous bright rose flowers. It is a widespread native found from S Queensland to Tasmania, growing from coastal to subalpine regions. It prefers a humus rich, always slightly moist, well drained soil in a sunny (winter) to partially shaded (summer) spot. X-XII.

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