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Agonis flexuosa

Peppermint Tree, Willow Myrtle

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Sortomme

 

Description

This tree is known as the peppermint tree because of scent of the leaves when the leaves are crushed. It is an evergreen tree or large shrub. It has abundant small white flowers in spring. It is a medium to fast grower to 25' or 35'.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.