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    Prostanthera lasianthos

    Also Known As

    • Victorian Christmas Bush

    Plant type

    shrub, herb

    size

    • H: 15'
    • W: 7'-8'

    planting zones

    • 8b-10b

    Prostanthera lasianthos plant details

    Prostanthera lasianthos is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer orange, purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Prostanthera lasianthos

    Plant type: herb or shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 7 FT - 8 FT - wide, 15 FT tall
    Flowers: orange, purple and white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: fragrant, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Prostanthera lasianthos

    USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Tall and lush evergreen shrub, the largest of the Australian mint bushes, to 15 ft tall x 7-8 ft wide though easily kept smaller, with dark green, slightly toothed leaves, very minty when brushed or crushed. Lovely fat sprays, of white bell-flowers with purple and orange markings hang from the branches in late spring. Best in full to part sun, protected from winds and difficult winter weather, with regular summer water in driest climates at least until well-established. Frost hardy to the mid teens F, USDA zone 8b.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Prostanthera lasianthos plant

    How to Grow Prostanthera lasianthos

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • orange
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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