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Mentha 'Berries and Cream'

Also Known As

  • Mentha 'Berries & Cream'
  • Mint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-11

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Mentha 'Berries and Cream' plant details

Mentha 'Berries and Cream' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and high water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha 'Berries and Cream'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, culinary, easy-to-grow, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha 'Berries and Cream'

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: high
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

a compact variety with dark green textured foliage and lavender flowers during summer. It is sweet and fruity, great for summer drinks, use leaves chopped or as a garnish. Likes sun.

Gardening facts about Mentha 'Berries and Cream' plant

How to Grow Mentha 'Berries and Cream'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • high
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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