Encyclopedia · Lamiaceae · Prostanthera ovalifolia
Australian nativefragrant
Prostanthera ovalifolia
Oval-Leaf Mintbush
Prostanthera · Lamiaceae
Aromatic foliage and masses of purple flowers make this one of the most garden-worthy mint bushes. It performs best in a cool root zone with protection from harsh afternoon heat.
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Classification
Genus
Prostanthera
Family
Lamiaceae
Common name
Oval-Leaf Mintbush
Climate
temperate, subtropical
Prostanthera ovalifolia belongs to the Prostanthera genus within the Lamiaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical zones in our experience. It is an Australian native we grow and specify regularly.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Moderate
Light
Full sun to part shade
Soil
Moist, well-drained soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
1.5–3 m H × 1.5–2.5 m W
Landscape use
fragrant shrub
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Further reading
- 01Species profile and accepted Australian name — Atlas of Living Australia / Australian Plant Census
- 02Prostanthera ovalifolia taxon photograph — Atlas of Living Australia image service