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Lovely foliage of the
Mentha suavolens or Apple Mint or Woolly Mint plant
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Mentha suavolens
(Apple Mint, Woolly Mint) |
Synonym: Mentha rotundifolia
Origin: Mediterranean basin, Soutehrn and Western Europe
Family: Lamiaceae
Light: Full sun
Height: 15-2'
Spread: 18"
Blooms:
Fragrant, pinkish white flowers, apple-scented, hairy
Foliage:
Aromatic, wrinkled,
fine serrated edges, short-stalked, hairy upper surface,
light green
Soil: Well-drained
Water: Regular
Propagation: Seeds, divisions, cuttings
Uses: Container
Caution: This plant is invasive
Comments: Mentha suavolens or Apple Mint or Woolly Mint plant is
an easy to grow attractive herb plant. It loves cool feet and self-sows. Grow it in
a container to control its spread or deadhead. Prune to maintain
shape and size. The flavorful leaves of the Apple Mint can be
used to make a refreshing drink or in iced or hot tea. Very often I make
a delicious drink using 4 large leaves, steep in hot water for at least
5 minutes then add honey to taste. I love Apple Mint plants. They
are very useful plants to have in my herbal
garden.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 5-9 |
