Shrub
Scrub Mint
Conradina canescens
Varieties We Carry
StandardConradina canescens
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$14.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size2-3 feet × 2-5 feet
About Scrub Mint
Scrub mint (Conradina canescens) is a compact aromatic native shrub endemic to the sandy scrub habitats of Florida and Alabama, with needle-like, gray-green foliage and delicate lavender to pale pink flowers that attract native pollinators. It is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and one of several rare Conradina species found in Florida's imperiled scrub ecosystem. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Scrub mint demands full sun — a minimum of 6–8 hours daily in NE Florida. Reduced sunlight causes sparse flowering and open, leggy growth. Site in the sunniest spot available.
Water
Extremely drought tolerant once established; treat it like rosemary and avoid 'wet feet.' In NE Florida's sandy soils, water only during establishment and prolonged dry spells. Overwatering or poor drainage is the most common cause of plant loss.
Soil & Fertilizer
Requires very well-drained, infertile sandy soil — the leaner the better. Do not amend with organic matter or apply fertilizer; rich or moisture-retentive soils promote root rot. Slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0) is ideal.
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Common questions
Is Scrub Mint a good plant for St. Augustine?
Scrub Mint is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 2-3 feet × 2-5 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.