Australian mint bush (or simply mint bush), Prostanthera ovalifolia is a bushy evergreen shrub with oval, mint-scented leaves and beautiful pink-purple spring blooms. 'Variegata' has pretty variegated leaves, which contrast beautifully with its flowers.
Tender, mint bush is best grown in the greenhouse or in containers on a sunny, sheltered patio where it can be taken indoors in winter.
While not specifically used as a culinary herb, the fresh, mint-flavoured leaves of mint bush may be steeped in boiled water to drink as a refreshing tea.
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Prostanthera ‘Variegata’ and wildlife
Prostanthera ‘Variegata’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Prostanthera ‘Variegata’ poisonous?
Prostanthera ‘Variegata’ has no toxic effects reported.
