Spearmint
Mentha spicata
SKU
06690
Dark green leaves have an invigorating spearmint taste and fragrance. An enthusiastic grower that can be sheared after bloom to stimulate new growth. Use leaves in iced-tea, salads or potpourris. Pinkish-white flowers bloom in summer.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | MEN-thuh spi-KAH-tuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 1-2' tall x 1-2' wide, spreads indefinitely |
| Bloom Time | Pinkish white flowers spring to summer; grown primarily for foliage |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Growth Habit | Mounding, Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Edible, Gift Plant, Naturalizes Well |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Thrives in enriched, evenly moist soil. Feed lightly in spring. Harvest mint leaves before bloom for best flavor. Shear occasionally to promote dense new growth. Spreads quickly by underground stems.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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