Mentha spicata - A classic garden mint with a fresh, bright flavour that lifts both sweet and savory dishes. Excellent in teas, salads, new potatoes, sauces and refreshing drinks. Prefers part sun and moist soil and is fast-spreading; best grown in pots to prevent garden takeover. A handy source of fresh mint for everyday cooking and infusions. Common mint has been enjoyed for thousands of years in cuisines and herbal traditions around the world.
Key Uses: Teas, salads, potatoes, sauces and drinks.
Growing conditions: Part sun, moist soil, fast spreading.
Companion notes: Best in pots to prevent garden takeover.
Mentha spicata - A classic garden mint with a fresh, bright flavour that lifts both sweet and savory dishes. Excellent in teas, salads, new potatoes, sauces and refreshing drinks. Prefers part sun and moist soil and is fast-spreading; best grown in pots to prevent garden takeover. A handy source of fresh mint for everyday cooking and infusions. Common mint has been enjoyed for thousands of years in cuisines and herbal traditions around the world.
Key Uses: Teas, salads, potatoes, sauces and drinks.
Growing conditions: Part sun, moist soil, fast spreading.
Companion notes: Best in pots to prevent garden takeover.
