Mentha 'Candymint'
Also Known As
- Mint
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 5a-11
Mentha 'Candymint' plant details
Mentha 'Candymint' is a fast-growing 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 regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha 'Candymint'
- 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: container plant, culinary, easy-to-grow, fragrant, medicinal, spreading
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha 'Candymint'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Mentha 'Candymint' plant
How to Grow Mentha 'Candymint'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
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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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 1"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-48"
Width: 3'-6'
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- high
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