Mentha piperita
Peppermint
Purplish flowers, dark green leaves. Longer stalked and less hairy than spearmint.
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Mints like and need a rich, well-watered growing medium in full sun. This is the "premier" mint for flavoring sweets and tea. Has a spicier flavor than spearmint.
Interesting Information
Mints are also used in chewing gums, dentifrices, iced teas, and juleps. This variety can grow up to 3 feet.
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