mintbush
Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 10
Flowers:
White to pale lilac with yellow throats Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,tan
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Mintbush (Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina') needs to be watered on a regular basis in order to thrive. During the warmer months from Spring to Autumn, it should be watered deeply and thoroughly at least once a week and more often in hotter weather. In cooler months, when the plant is in a dormant state, it should be watered only when the topsoil is dry. It is best to avoid over-watering, as too much moisture can cause root rot. Once established, the mintbush should be able to thrive with minimal water attention.
sunlight
Mintbush (Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina') thrive in sunny to partially shaded positions. The optimal amount of sunlight for mintbush is 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the hottest times of the year, it is important to make sure the plant has some protection from the hot afternoon sun. Too much direct sunlight can burn the foliage and cause foliage damage. Mintbush can also cope with some shade, however, lack of sunlight will cause a decrease in flowering and potentially may even reduce the overall health of the plant.
pruning
Mintbush (Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina') should be pruned lightly at the end of winter, or early spring to promote flowering in late spring and summer. This includes removing any dead, crossing or diseased branches, as well as selectively cutting back overgrown branches to maintain a good shape. This should only require minimal pruning to maintain the desired size. It is recommended to only prune the Prostanthera 'Poorinda Ballerina' lightly. Too much pruning can reduce the number of flowers produced.
