{"product_id":"mini-pink-round-leaf-mint-bush-prostanthera-rotundifolia-mini-pink","title":"Mini Pink Round-leaf Mint Bush - Prostanthera rotundifolia 'Mini Pink'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMini Pink Round-leaf Mint Bush (\u003cem\u003eProstanthera rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mini Pink') is a compact form of a south-eastern Australian native, reaching about 1m high and 75cm to 1m wide. Soft green foliage gives off a herbal mint scent when brushed, and in spring the bush is covered in purple-pink flowers. It is the version to grow when the full sized round-leaf mint bush would not fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA compact form.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 1m by 1m it fits small gardens and even a large container, where its bigger sibling would be too large.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA scent you can brush past.\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft green leaves release a minty, herbal fragrance, so plant it where you will touch it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasses of spring flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple-pink blooms cover the bush in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrows under eucalypts.\u003c\/strong\u003e It copes with the dappled shade beneath eucalypt trees, where many shrubs struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for sensory spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Scent, soft leaves and flowers make it a favourite for cottage and sensory gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeside paths and seats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it where you can brush against it. The scent is strongest on warm days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow hedge.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 75cm apart for a soft, informal hedge of about 1m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder trees and in mixed borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits the dappled light under eucalypts and sits well beside other natives and cottage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot of 40cm or more gives it free drainage and a home on a patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Mini Pink Round-leaf Mint Bush in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Some shade from full summer sun suits it best. It tolerates a light frost once established, and does best in temperate gardens. In hot, humid summers, afternoon shade and sharp drainage matter more than anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, light and sandy, but moist and rich in organic matter. Add compost, and avoid heavy clay or sites that stay wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water well until established. Water through prolonged dry spells: mint bushes dislike wet roots but wilt if they get too dry. Feed with a controlled release native fertiliser once a year, after flowering or pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune by about one third each year after flowering to encourage new growth and a dense, pleasing shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Mini Pink Round-leaf Mint Bush as tube stock: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once potted on or planted out. Plants travel upright and settle best if planted soon after arrival into a spot with some summer shade, then mulched and watered in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eMore Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eFragrant plants for gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/most-fragrant-plants-a-guide-to-aromatic-gardening\"\u003eMost fragrant plants for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Mini Pink get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1m high and 75cm to 1m wide, much smaller than the full sized round-leaf mint bush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a large container of free draining mix and water it steadily, because mint bushes hate wet roots but wilt quickly when dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it cope with frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt tolerates a light frost once established. In colder gardens, choose a sheltered position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790871298367,"sku":"PRO-ROT-MINIPI-tube","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/mini-pink-round-leaf-mint-bush-prostanthera-rotundifolia-mini-pink.jpg?v=1792210615","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/mini-pink-round-leaf-mint-bush-prostanthera-rotundifolia-mini-pink","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}