Singleton Mint Bush Prostanthera cineolifera A rare shrub in cultivation with highly aromatic foliage, the leaves of the Singleton Mint Bush release a strong minty scent when brushed against, and can be used to make an aromatic tea or as a mint substitute. The bush...
Dwarf native mint bush Prostanthera ovalifolia compacta A beautiful rounded shrub, the unusually named ‘Spiked Mint Bush’ actually has quite soft leaves and produces masses of violet/purple flowers in spring. A very hardy plant, it grows best in a position that does...
Cinnamon Myrtle Backhousia myrtifolia Cinnamon Myrtle leaves may be used in place of conventional cinnamon spice to flavour sweet and savoury dishes and makes a lovely herbal tea drink. Leaves can be used fresh or dried. This is a hardy attractive shrub that grows...
Lemon Myrtle Backhousia citriodora Lemon Myrtle has long been used in Aboriginal cuisine and medicine, and its leaves have an intensely citrus fragrance and flavour. Undoubtedly the most popular of Australia’s native herbs, Lemon Myrtle’s fresh, tangy leaves are used...
Aniseed Myrtle Backhousia anisata This stunning rainforest tree is both highly ornamental and very desirable for its flavoursome leaves. Able to be pruned to size or grown in a pot if needed, it is a handsome plant with glossy dense foliage and clusters of...
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