Prostanthera rotundifolia

Also Known As

Australian Mint Bush
Roundleaf Mint Bush

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 6'
W: 5'

planting zones

8b-10b

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Prostanthera rotundifolia plant details

Prostanthera rotundifolia is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with purple foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prostanthera rotundifolia

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen purple
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prostanthera rotundifolia

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the wonderful group of Australian, shrubby mints. Brush past this mint bush and you are enveloped in a cloud of cool fragrance. Abundant pale purple flowers in spring and early summer. Shear lightly for repeat bloom. Sun and moist, fertile, well-drained soil. To 4-6 ft tall and nearly as wide. Plant in a protected spot away from harsh elements for winter survival in upper USDA zone 8. Easy in zone 9 and well worth a try below.

By: Cistus Nursery

One of the most attractive of the Australian mint bushes, this species has small, rounded grey leaves and produces many small lavender flowers over a long period. The leaves smell of mint, but can it be used for culinary purposes? Try it and find out! But if you die from ingesting it, don't ask for your money back. Hardy to about 15 °F.