Mentha spicata 'Crispa' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Spearmint 'Crispa' (Mentha spicata) is a herbaceous plant with a refreshing, aromatic, minty flavour. Its medium green leaves are lanceolate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of Spearmint 'Crispa'.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Mentha spicata var. crispa.

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

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The medium green leaves are lanceolate and have a refreshing, aromatic, minty flavour. With the right care, the plant can be harvested from June.

Growth
Stoloniferous.

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

Seed
Sow under glass from March to May. Sowing outdoors from May to June.

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

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from May to June - Harvest: In the period from May to October - Sowing under glass: From March to May.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! 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
Tubs, cottage garden, bee pasture, pond edge, stream, vegetable garden, tea, medicinal plant, drinks