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Posted 04/29/2023 in Herb

Mentha x piperita f. citrata

Will thrive anywhere, preferring moist partly shady areas, and are easy to grow from cuttings or replanting of runners. To control spread, this herb should be planted in sunken bottomless containers and kept well watered to ensure good leaf production.

Post Details

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

Plant Story

Will thrive anywhere, preferring moist partly shady areas, and are easy to grow from cuttings or replanting of runners. To control spread, this herb should be planted in sunken bottomless containers and kept well watered to ensure good leaf production.

Special Care Instructions

Aggressive spreader

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