- Perennial, 50cm to 1m
- Culinary and medicinal herb
- Prefers damp soils
Description
'Wild Mint' seeds
Mentha longifolia
- Perennial, 50cm to 1m
- Culinary and medicinal herb
- Prefers damp soils
Native to Europe and Africa, wild mint is a fast-growing perennial herb that grows from 50cm to 1m tall. A traditional medicinal and culinary herb, the aromatic leaves have a peppermint or menthol taste and can be used fresh or dried. A fast grower in damp soil, the plant will spread easily by rhizomes; best grown in a pot. Also called 'Horse Mint'.
Seeds per gram: 17000
Product code: B6-04
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 1mm |
Season | Spring |
Germination | 10-14 days @ 13-18°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost Hardy Perennial |
Plant Spacing | 60cm |
Plant Height | 50-100cm |
Position | Part or full sun, moist soil |
Days Until Maturity | 90 days |
*Notes: Can be invasive. Can be grown in containers. Does best in part shade. Pick leaves as required.
How To Grow
Shipping
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Express Delivery | $15.00 | ||
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Express Delivery |
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