A small to medium dense shrub with small leaves and masses of white flowers in spring. Much tougher than other Prostantheras. Ballerina is an old time favourite native that has proven itself over many years to be a great garden plant. Can be clipped as a hedge or used as a feature shrub or pot plant. It is also good for low maintenance gardens, as it will still look good even with little care, and can be used for informal hedging and screening.
Prostanthera ‘Poorinda Ballerina’ – Mint Bush
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Mint Bush
Scientific Name - Prostanthera
Family - Lamiaceae
Cultivar Name - Poorinda Ballerina
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 1.5
Maximum Height - 2
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - White
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Spreading
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Hedge, Topiary, Feature plant, Screen, Windbreak, Fragrant
Special Uses - Cut flower, Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -