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Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata'
Also Known As
- Pineapple Mint
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 6a-11
Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata' plant details
Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata'
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- 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, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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