Prostanthera rotundifolia

Common Name:
Round-Leaf Mint Bush

Description:
Prostanthera rotundifolia, commonly known as Round-Leaf Mint Bush, is a fast-growing, aromatic Australian native shrub featuring dense, rounded green foliage and a spectacular flush of purple to mauve flowers in spring. The foliage releases a refreshing minty scent when touched, making it a great addition to sensory gardens. This hardy plant thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring well-drained soil and a position in full sun to part shade. It is drought-tolerant once established and responds well to pruning, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or adding colour to native gardens. Light pruning after flowering encourages bushy growth and prolonged blooming.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium
• Shrub - Large
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–3 m
• Width: 1–2.5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Purple
• Mauve

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Scented Foliage
• Perennial
• Evergreen
• Suitable for Hedging

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary)
• Callistemon (Bottlebrush)
• Correa (Native Fuchsia)
• Lomandra