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    Mentha aquatica

    Also Known As

    • Aquatic Mint
    • Water Mint

    Plant type

    perennial, herb, aquatic

    size

    • H: 3'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 6a-11

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    Mentha aquatica plant details

    Mentha aquatica is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aquatic herb with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and standing water - even moisture water. Does well in clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Mentha aquatica

    Plant type: perennial aquatic herb
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Mentha aquatica

    USDA Zones: 6a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - shade
    Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
    Resistant to: humidity
    Soil needs: clay

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Plant 0-3" Below Water Level

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Gardening facts about Mentha aquatica plant

    How to Grow Mentha aquatica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • standing water - even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • clay

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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