
Common name: | Balm Mint-bush |
Plant type: | Small-Medium Shrub |
Size: | 1-3m x 2-3 |
Conditions: | Part – full shade |
Soil: | Moist, well-drained |
Foliage: | Daek green ovate |
Flowers: | Loose sprays dark mauve |
Flowering: | Sep-Dec |
Bush tucker: | Aromatic leaves can be used to make tea or flavour food. |
Provenance: | This plant is no longer believed to be indigenous to the Whitehorse area. It is sold only for use in home gardens. |
General comments: | Fast growing |
Further information: | VICFLORA |



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