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Mentha requienii, (Corsican Mint) Herb Plant
£3.99
Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.
The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.
Corsican Mint (Mentha requienii)Herb in 9cm Pot
Mentha requienii is a native of Europe, but has been naturalised worldwide. Corsican mint has a peppermint taste, but due to its small size, is more of an ornamental plant than a culinary one. Corsican Mint prefers, moist partly shady areas,. It does not like to dry out.
Corsican mint is a ground cover and produces tiny purple flowers, growing no higher than 1/2" (12mm)
Herb Usage
Corsican mint is used in the preparation of Creme de Menthe The traditional formula steeps dried peppermint or Corsican mint leaves in grain alcohol for several weeks (creating a naturally green color), followed by filtration and addition of sugar.
Buy Garden Mint Online
Our potted Corsican Mint herb plants are generally available to buy online between March and September.
| Mentha requienii, (Corsican Mint) Herb Plant | |
|---|---|
| Aspect/Site | Any |
| Soil Type | Any soil |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Height | 5cm |
| Spread | spreading |
| Latin Name | Mentha requienii |
| Hardiness | RHS rating H4 - Hardy average winter |
| Culinary | Desserts/Drinks |
| Scented | Foliage |
| Medicinal/Cosmetic | Aromatherapy |
| Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Summer |
| Special Features | Ground Cover |
| Type of Garden | Container/Patio |
