Prostanthera cuneata ‘Cool Mint’ – Mint Bush

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Prostanthera cuneatus - 'Cool Mint'
Prostanthera cuneatus - 'Cool Mint'

A compact and shapely small shrub which grows to around 70 centimetres high and wide. It has small and attractive shiny dark green foliage which compliments the purple throated white flowers. When crushed it gives off an aromatic minty fragrance. It flowers from summer through to autumn, and they are nectar rich. Likes a sunny to partly shaded position in moist and well drained soil. Very frost tolerant. Plant near paths so the foliage fragrance can be enjoyed. Tip prune if needed. Good for low hedging.

Family : Lamiaceae

Cultivar Name: Cool Mint

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 0.7

Flowering Time : Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Cool

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Fragrant oils, Erosion control, Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Prostanthera cuneata

Common Name : Mint Bush

Height : 0.7

Flower Color : White, Purple

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost, Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects