Common Name: Mint Family: Lamiaceae Genus: Mentha Cultivar or Variety: spp. Characteristics: Leave plenty of room between different types mint to retain flavor. Life Cycle Perennial
Zone Hardiness up to Zone 3
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Endangered Species No
Heirloom No
When to Sow Seed Early Spring
Mid Spring
Germination Temperature Winter Sow
60-70 F
Seed Sowing Depth 1/8th"
Seed Needs Light to Germinate Yes
Days to Germination 10-14 days
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Plant Height 1- 2 feet
Plant Form Creeping
Upright
Branching
Spreading
Blooms Yes
Bloom Form Above Foliage
Flower Color Pale Blue
Fragrance Mild
Nutritional Needs Moist
Dry
Fertile Yes
Reproduces By Seed
Stem Fragments
Rhizomes
Cutting Flower No
Attractive to Wildlife Butterflies
Additional Uses Containers
Borders
Planters
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