Leonotis menthifolia

Mint Lion's Ear

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Annual, perennial
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange
Bloom time Late Spring, Early Fall to Late Fall
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m
Spread 18" to 4' / 45cm to 1.00m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attracts birds, fragrant foliage, invasive