Corsican Mint Herb 12cm

(Mentha requienii)

Please note that this plant will be in the process of dying back for winter, but will reshoot in the spring.

Height/spread: Mat forming habit

Flowers: Tiny purple flowers throughout the summer.

Sun/shade: Happiest in a shady spot that does not dry out.

Maintenance: Suitable for a rock garden or planting in paving. A hardy semi-evergreen mint that would benefit from protection from the worst winter weather. 

Soil: Moist soil is essential. 

Harvesting: The leaves were originally used to flavour Creme de Menthe liqueur. The leaves have a wonderful sweet scent when crushed.

‘Please note this plant is herbaceous. It will die back in the winter months to reshoot in the spring’