- Botanical name: Prostanthera ovalifolia 'Variegata'
- Common name: Mint bush
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Plant Type: Herb, Shrub
Pink
Green
- Key features:
- Aromatic foliage
- Attractive to wildlife
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.
How to grow Prostanthera 'Variegata'
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Plant size
100cm height
80cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, west facing
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Position in border
Front, middle
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full sun
- Hardiness: Tender
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Do Plant in May |
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Do Plant in June |
J
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O
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Plant does flower in April |
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Plant does flower in May |
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Plant does flower in June |
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Plant does not flower in December |
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F
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A
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Do Harvest in June |
J
Do Harvest in July |
A
Do Harvest in August |
S
Do Harvest in September |
O
Do not Harvest in October |
N
Do not Harvest in November |
D
Do not Harvest in December |
Prostanthera 'Variegata' and wildlife
Prostanthera 'Variegata' is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Does not attract Birds
Does not attract Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Prostanthera 'Variegata' poisonous?
Prostanthera 'Variegata' has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
