Photo of Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime' foliage by Friends School Plant Sale by Jenn M.

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Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime'

Also Known As

  • Mentha x piperita subsp. citrata 'Lime'
  • Lime Mint

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

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Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime' plant details

Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and lean soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, easy-to-grow, fragrant, medicinal, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mentha citrata Lime has purple-tinged leaves with a minty citrus scent...perennial in most areas.

Gardening facts about Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime' plant

How to Grow Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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