Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

314 · 454 · 6868

Mentha piperita 'Chocolate'

Mentha piperita (Chocolate Mint)

Chocolate Mint

Purplish flowers, attractive chocolate-burgundy overtones on glossy green leaves. Aroma and flavor is evocative of chocolate-covered mint patties.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Mints like and need a rich, well-watered growing medium in full sun. This mint is great for desserts.


Plant Type
Herb

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Bloom Color
Purple

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Foliage Color
Glossy Burgundy


Height
20-24 Inches


Spread
1-2 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone
5


Patented
No

Orange Mint

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(Orange Mint 'Orange')

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(Lemon Balm )

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(Lemon Verbena )

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Med-Wet
Bloom Color
Purple
Landscape Interest
Butterfly
Hummingbird
Season of Interest (Flowering)
June
July
Attributes
Patio Container Pots
Balcony Pots
Fragrance