Prostanthera ovalifolia

Purple Mintbush

Prostanthera ovalifolia is a fast-growing, 2m screen for dappled shade. Valued for its scented leaves and prolific purple spring flowers, it thrives in light clay to sandy soils. This frost-hardy and drought-tolerant shrub requires regular pruning to maintain its form.

2m
Height
1.6m
Width
purple flowers in spring
Flowers

Growing Conditions

Position
dappled shade
Soil
light clay to sandy soils
Drainage
moist well drained site
Frost/Snow
frost hardy
Wind
some wind protection
Drought
usually tolerates dry periods
Coastal
mild coastal sites

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