Mentha x villosa
Mojito Mint
Fragrant, hairy leaves which taste agreeably mild and warm, not pungent nor overly sweet like other mints. White flowers.
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Mints like and need a rich, well-watered growing medium in full sun. Best known to use in the 'Mojito', a Cuban cocktail. Attracts butterflies, bees, deer resistant.
Interesting Information
The 'Mojito' was once a daily favorite of Ernest Hemingway. Its made with rum, sugar, lime juice and the unique mojito mint.
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Salvia elegans(Tangerine Sage 'Tangerine') |
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