Mentha suaveolens

Also Known As

Mentha suaveolens subsp. suaveolens
Apple Mint
Woolly Mint

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

H: 24"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Mentha suaveolens plant details

Mentha suaveolens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb or shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha suaveolens

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 0 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, easy-to-grow, edible, fragrant, fragrant foliage, medicinal, potentially invasive

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha suaveolens

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Apple mint is an attractive herb used for culinary, ornamental and medicinal purposes. Grows best in full to part sun. Apple Mint is one of the tallest varieties of mint and can grow up to 3 feet. See our blog post on growing mints for complete information. Since all mints can be invasive, it is best to grow them in containers.

By: Maples N More Nursery

Upright growing perennial herb, reaching a height of 18-24 inches..likes sun to part shade..woolly leaves used to flavor drinks, salads, desserts..insignificant flowers..