Mentha piperita Strawberry
$4.99
4.5” Pot
Strawberry mint (Mentha spicata 'Strawberry') is a rare, fragrant herb with small, toothed green leaves that emit a distinct strawberry candy scent and flavor, with a mild peppermint finish. This compact herbaceous perennial thrives in sun or partial shade, grows 30–60cm tall with pinkish-purple flowers, and is ideal for cocktails, teas, and salads
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Key Information & Care:
- Flavor/Scent: Sweet, fruity aroma resembling strawberries.
- Hardiness: Zones 3a-11b, making it highly hardy.
- Growth Habit: Fast-growing, produces runners, but is less aggressive than peppermint.
- Cultivation: Best grown in pots to prevent spreading. Thrives in moist, well-draining soil.
- Uses: Excellent for adding to tea, beverages, fruit salads, and as a dessert garnish.
- Benefits: Used in permaculture to deter pests.
Usage in Culinary Applications:
- Drinks: Muddle into lemonade, iced tea, or Mojitos.
- Desserts/Salads: Chop leaves to garnish fruit salads or sweet dishes.
- Tea: Steep fresh leaves for a sweet, fruity tea.