Prostanthera ‘Mauve Mantle’

Prostanthera 'Mauve Mantle'
Prostanthera 'Mauve Mantle'
Prostanthera 'Mauve Mantle'

A densely growing low and spreading shrub. It gets covered in mauve flowers in late winter to late spring. Does well in a range of soil types as long as they are well drained soil. For sun or part shade. Moderately frost tolerant and can take dry spells well. The leaves are scented, with pleasant minty smell. If pruning is needed, do it after flowering.

Family : lamiaceae

Cultivar Name: Mauve Mantle

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Spring, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Fragrant oils, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Prostanthera

Common Name : Mint Bush

Height : 1

Flower Color : Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade, Half shade

Lifespan :

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects