About
A large, evergreen tree from southeastern Australia (narrow-leaved peppermint) to about 30m tall with smooth, white or grey, ribbony bark on the upper trunk and branches, and strongly peppermint-scented, narrow, lance-shaped, pendulous, dark green adult leaves. White flowers open in spring. A graceful and aromatic specimen tree for a large, mild garden.
About the genus
Epilobium can be annuals or perennials, sometimes invasive, with erect stems bearing willowy leaves and showy, 4-petalled flowers in terminal racemes
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.