Semi-evergreen perennial. Evergreen in mild winters. Can be an aggressive spreader, best kept in containers. Aromatic attractive green foliage is commonly used in cooking and teas. Fragrance is strong and scented true peppermint. Long spikes of small lavender flowers bloom in summer above the foliage, attracting beneficial pollinators. Deer resistant. Moderate water needs once established. Requires good drainage. Hardy to 0°F.
- Botanical Name: Mentha piperita ‘Peppermint’
- Common Name: Peppermint
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Dimensions (HxW): 12-24″ x 24-36″+
