Mentha arvensis - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Mentha austriaca.

Bulletpoints
* refreshing flavour * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The green, toothed leaves are egg-shaped and have a refreshing flavour.

Growth habit
Bushy, stoloniferous, broad.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
Harvest: In the period from January to December.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tub, cottage garden, bee pasture, pond edge, stream, vegetable garden, balcony/patio, salad, tea, medicinal plant