A bushy aromatic mint bush smothered in white flowers flushed mauve in spring. Fast-growing and bee-attracting, ideal as a feature or informal screen in cooler gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush
Botanically, Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina' is a fast-growing shrub in the Lamiaceae family, native to Victoria. It reaches around 2 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White and purple flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush
Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is usually left alone by rabbits.
Soil & planting
Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.2 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush does best with regular, moderate watering. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush in the garden
Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, a fast screen or informal hedge and feeding bees and pollinators.
Companion planting & design
Combine Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush
Plant Sale lists Poorinda Ballerina Mint Bush as tube stock, potted plants and advanced specimens. Current stock is confirmed with your quote; ask about your preferred size before planning a purchase.
