Mentha suaveolens - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Apple mint (Mentha suaveolens) is a herb plant with a refreshing flavour. For optimum growth, Apple mint requires a sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Bulletpoints
* refreshing flavour * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Growth
Upright, runner-forming.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

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.

Fruit
The fruits have a refreshing flavour.

Use
Group planting, bee pasture, consumption, ground cover, perennial bed, tea