Prostanthera ovalifolia 'Variegata'

Australian mint bush (or simply mint bush), Prostanthera ovalifolia is a bushy evergreen shrub with oval, mint-scented leaves and beautiful pink-purple spring blooms. 'Variegata' has pretty variegated leaves, which contrast beautifully with its flowers.

Tender, mint bush is best grown in the greenhouse or in containers on a sunny, sheltered patio where it can be taken indoors in winter.

While not specifically used as a culinary herb, the fresh, mint-flavoured leaves of mint bush may be steeped in boiled water to drink as a refreshing tea.