Prostanthera sericea

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An erect, evergreen shrub to 2m tall with narrow, cylindrical leaves up to 5cm long; branches and leaves both covered with silvery-green hairs. From spring into early summer, clusters of white to pale purple flowers are borne at the ends of branches

Scientific classification

Species: Prostanthera sericea (Prostanthera sericea)
Genus: Prostanthera
Family: Lamiaceae

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Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of Prostanthera sericea

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Culture

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Quick identification of Prostanthera sericea

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Prostanthera sericea care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering has finished.

Propagation

Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

Grow under glass in a loam-based compost in full light. Grow outdoors only in a frost-free environment with moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Prune after flowering; hard pruning may be detrimental

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