Mint - Mentha Sp.
DESCRIPTION
Pollinators LOVE mint! When I'm out taking photos, the mint is always buzzing with life of all kinds!
Mint comes in many varieties, all that spread very well in the right conditions. I may be a good idea to plant in pots, and areas where you don't mind it taking over.
I have a number of mint varieties at home, my favorite might be apple mint, it's quite low and when the dog runs through it the whole yard is smells amazing!
Mint leaves add fresh flavor to summer drinks and warm winter tea.
MATURE PLANT SIZE
Height: Varies by Variety
Spread: Varies by Variety
WATER NEEDS
High to Medium
SUN EXPOSURE
Full Sun (6 hours/day), Part Shade (4-6 hours/day)
BLOOM TIME
July-August
FLOWER COLOR
Lilac to Pink to White
HABIT / USE
Ground Cover, Herb, Naturalize, Rain Garden
EDIBLE PARTS
Leaves
As always, do your research before consuming anything listed as edible on my site.
OTHER POLLINATORS & WILD LIFE ATTRACTED
I have spotted the most diverse array of pollinators on mint, compared to any other plants that I have studied.
SOIL TYPE
Best when grown in rich, moist soils, but is adaptable to many other soil types
PROPAGATION
Seed, Division