Mint Spearmint Mentha spicata Aromatic herb Plant Ground Cover 9cm Pot

• Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. All plant sizes listed are a guide to the approximate established size once growing in the garden. Images of flowers are also a guide. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning the images listed here are an indication only. You will receive a good sized pot grown plant to plant out.
• The leaves can be used in recipes, meats such as lamb, tea, mint sauce, drinks , amongst other recipes.
• Flowers in July through August are great for bees and butterflies
• A nice subtle flavoured alternative to other mints .... there really is a Mint to suit most tastes.
• Spearmint, also known as Garden Mint , Green Mint. Looks good in borders and and really great in containers. Easy to grow.

Spearmint Mint, aka Garden Mint / Green Mint, produces a lovely subtle mint flavour. It makes a wonderful addition to many recipes. Use it to make mint sauce for potatoes and lamb where its subtle flavours will work in harmony. Great for teas, drinks too. The pink - lilac - white flowers produced from July through August are attractive to bees , butterflies and other pollinators. It will grow to around 60cm tall and spreads to around 60cm . It looks good in the border and really fabulous in containers. Plant in moist but well drained soil in a sunny position or part shade. Fully hardy perennial. Supplied in a 9cm pot. Photos represent what the plant looks like once established in the garden.