Description

Prostanthera ovalifolia, known as the oval-leaf mintbush or purple mintbush, is one of about 90 Australian endemic species of flowering plants from the genus Prostanthera. Known as Australian mints or native mints. This widespread and commonly seen plant is a branched woody shrub, which may reach up 4 metres tall

• Part shade/full sun
• Needs most soil with drainage
• Height 5 metres
• Leaves & twigs placed on fire to repel insects
• Menthol/mint tasting leaves used in teas & cooking
• Prolific pink flowers