How to Propagate and Grow
Mentha

Genus: Mentha

Family: Labiatae/Lamiaceae

Species: M. suaveolens

Common Names: Mint, apple mint, variegated mint.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 1200cm (48inches).

Flowering: From summer through autumn.

Usage: Ideal for borders and beds.

Plant in crevices of paths and walls for an outstanding display of colour and a mouth watering aroma.

Site: Mentha prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

Soil: Any moist but free draining soil.

Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.

Best germination temperature: 70 deg F.

Time from sowing to germination: 1 month onwards.

Germination can be very slow, so be patient!

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By division in spring or autumn.

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