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Posted 04/29/2023 in Perennial

Mentha x piperita

An herbaceous creeping perennial with strongly aromatic foliage. It spreads with virtually unstoppable fleshy white rhizomes. Leaves are used to flavor teas or as a garnish.

Post Details

Latin Name
Mentha x piperita
Common Name
Peppermint
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
1-2 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

An herbaceous creeping perennial with strongly aromatic foliage. It spreads with virtually unstoppable fleshy white rhizomes. Leaves are used to flavor teas or as a garnish.

Special Care Instructions

Remove flower heads for new growth. Adapts to a wide range of soil but dry soil. Spreads by rhizomes.

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