Mentha x gentilis

(Ginger Mint)


$7.99


Hardiness Zones:

 5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b  9a  9b

Quick Overview:

Indispensable herb for the garden chef, and a wonderful ornamental plant in the xeric border. Very attractive yellow-green leaves adorn this hardy mint plant. Ginger Mint is ideal to use in soups, summer salads, mint tea and more. Perfect for stir-fry dishes, Ginger Mint adds a zesty flavor and texture to your culinary dishes. Excellent dried or fresh. Ginger Mint will readily make itself at home in full sun to partial shade in moist soil.

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Description

Ginger Mint (also known as Slender Mint or Scotch Mint) is a delightful gold flecked mint with an aromatic fruit scented aroma with just a hint of ginger. This mint is normally available from June onwards. There are over one thousand varities of mint, but only about a dozen or so are worth growing in your garden, patio or window boxes. They are ideal for the beginner gardener or a fantastic way to introduce children to growing and gardening. Very easy to grow and making themselves at home in both full shade (even on a North facing wall) or full sun with very little maintenance required.

Additional information

Common Name

Ginger Mint

Botanical Name

Mentha x gentilis

Container/Amount

4 inch pot

Evergreen or Deciduous

Deciduous

Hardiness Zone

5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Part-sun, Sun

Height

6-12"

Width

36"

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

late summer

Flower Color

lavender

Fragrance

Yes

Foliage Color

variegated

Deer Resistant

Yes

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