Prostanthera ovalifolia 'Variegata'
variegated thousand flowered mint-bush
This colourful evergreen is a gorgeous addition to a sheltered garden, sunny patio or conservatory. Its aromatic leaves...
2 litre pot
£19.99
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Plant description
This colourful evergreen is a gorgeous addition to a sheltered garden, sunny patio or conservatory. Its aromatic leaves are subltly variegated, and each time they are brushed past, they will release a fresh, minty scent. Then, in late spring and early summer, an abundance of small pinkish purple flowers appear, really putting on a dazzling display.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Prostanthera ovalifolia Variegata:
After flowering lightly trim or prune any shoot that spoils the symmetry of the plant, then apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3inch) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. Keep dryer and provide pretection in winter. In colder regions, grow it in a pot so it can easily be moved to a sheltered spot before the temperatures drop.
