PROSTANTHERA lasianthos

Evergreen - toothed, sometimes wavy leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long.

White - with purple tint

Height - 1-2m (3-6½ft)

Spread - 1-2m (3-6½ft)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - variable, tall or oval-shaped shrub. Produces masses of thin, soft flowers

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)

Against a wall

Full sun

Additional Features - Good to know - - hardy in milder or coastal areas. A good plant for a large conservatory.

Pests & Diseases - under glass red spider mites, whiteflies.

Place of origin - Australia (Queensland to Tasmania)

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Flower Shape - Racemes - - terminal, branched racemes

Tubular - broadly tubular 2cm (¾in) across

Garden Location/Conditions - Greenhouse / conservatory - Not the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Pruning group - Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8

Scented Plants - Scented foliage -

Seasonal Interest - Autumn -

Spring

Summer

Winter

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - moderately fertile.

Wildlife - Bee friendly -