Description
Ginger Mint has round leaves with yellow variegation and can grow in heavy, clay soils, provided there is enough moisture. Also known as Austrian Mint, Red Mint, Scotch spearmint, Red Stemmed mint, and Vietnamese mint. Upright red stems reach 15-24 inches tall. Odor is a mix of apple, ginger, and mint. On a world scale, this mint is second only to peppermint in popularity. Use in fruit salads, or with melon or tomatoes, for a fresh ginger flavor. Especially good with fruit.
Additional information
Weight | 0.000 oz |
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Latin Name | Mentha x gracilis 'Ginger' |
Plant Type | Perennial Herb |
Care | Plant in average, moist, well-drained soil. |
Light Requirements | |
Habit | Bushy, spreading habit. |
Plant Height | 12-18 Inches |
Plant Width | 12-18 Inches |
Foliage | green leaves are variegated with yellow. |
Bloom | Tiny white-lavender flowers in summer. |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Songbirds, Container Use, Cut/Dried Flower, Deer Resistant, Edible, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Tolerant of Clay Soil, Tolerant of Wet Locations |
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