
Mentha suaveolens (Apple Mint) Herb Plant
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.
Apple Mint(Mentha suaveolens) Herb in 9cm Pot
Apple Mint is a spreading plant that is best contained in a pot. Apple Mint has rounded green leaves with beautiful spikes of white flowers in late summer which are very attracted to butterflies. Apple Mint is sometimes confused with Bowles Mint which has a large more rounded leaf.
Herb Usage
Apple mint is cultivated as a culinary herb with an aromatic fruity spearmint flavour and can be used in mint sauces and jellies. Excellent when added to the cooking of new potatoes.
Buy Apple Mint Online
Our potted Apple Mint herb plants are generally available to buy online between March and September.
Mentha suaveolens (Apple Mint) Herb Plant | |
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Aspect/Site | Any |
Soil Type | Any soil |
Flower Colour | Mauve |
Height | 80cm |
Spread | 60cm |
Latin Name | Mentha suaveolens |
Hardiness | RHS rating H7 - Very hardy |
Culinary | Soups and Sauces |
Scented | Foliage |
Medicinal/Cosmetic | Teas and Tisanes |
Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Summer |
Special Features | Pollinator Friendly |
Type of Garden | Container/Patio |