Lemon Mint is an upright perennial with citrus scented dark green leaves grown for culinary purposes or as groundcover. Short terminal flower spikes of tiny lavender flowers bloom in summer. Grows best in full sun and rich moist well drained soils.
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Height: |
1' - 2' |
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Spread: |
1' - 2' |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Can be an aggressive spreader, plant in contained area.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Tomato, Eggplant, Oregano
Image: Forest & Kim Starr, Starr 070906-8848 Mentha x piperita, CC BY 3.0
