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 not receive full sun.The only maintenance required is to give the plant a good pruning after each flowering to keep it compact and promote better flowering the following season. This is a great addition to any gardens, particularly in shaded areas.
Conditions
Botanical Name: Prostanthera ovalifolia compacta
Common Name: Dwarf native mint bush
Family: Lamiaceae
Plant Type: Small Shrub
Height: 1.5 m
Width: 1.5 m
Growth Habit: Evergreen, Compact, Upright
Leaf Description: Gery Green
Flower Colour: Purple
Flowering Time: Spring
Light Needs: Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Free Draining. Moist.
Soil Type: Most soils
Tolerances: Cool shade
Uses: Edible, Tea, Native Garden, WOW Factor, Native Garden, Shaded Cool Areas
Maintenance: Light Prune to shape and thicken.
Needs regular watering in hot dry periods.
Pests and Diseases: None of significance
To Note: Needs a cool spot as it does not tolerate hot sun.
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0448974421
FIND US
Nursery is open Tues, Wed and Thurs 9 - 3.
All other times by appointment.