Common name: Australian mint bush

Family name: Lamiaceae

Description: Compact and spreading mounded evergreen shrub with tiny green leaves.

Flower: White, small, almost bell-shaped flowers that last from late spring to early summer.

Foliage: Small green, concave leaves that have a minty fragrance.

Growing conditions: Full sun to part shade; drought tolerant once established; well-drained soil.

Height and spread: 0.6 by 1.5m

Landscape uses: Sunny area with little irrigation; in a rock garden; with other sub alpine species; evergreen, so foliage looks good all year long.