Description
The mint plant is a hardy, aromatic herb celebrated for its refreshing scent and versatile culinary uses. Belonging to a large family of fast-growing plants, mint is notoriously resilient and can thrive in a variety of conditions. Beyond its use in teas, cocktails, and cooking, mint is often planted for its ability to repel certain pests while attracting beneficial pollinators with its small, spiked flower clusters. It is a cooling, fragrant addition to any herb garden, providing a lush groundcover or a spilling container plant that is as practical as it is fragrant.
Botanical Name
Mentha
Also Known As
Mentha | 薄荷
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Herbaceous perennial
Europe, Africa, and Asia
3 – 11
Partial – Full Sun
Regular
Herbaceous
Perennial
1′-3′ Tall and 1′-3′ Wide
Fast
Summer – Fall
White, Pink, or Light Purple
