Mentha spicata, Mentha spp.
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Mentha spicata, Mentha spp.
Also known as:
Spearmint
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.60 m
Width:
1.00 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Ethereal oil, Repellent, Bee plant, Fragrant
Ethereal oil, Repellent, Bee plant, Fragrant
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have an intense mint flavor. They are often added to salads and warm dishes for extra taste. Furthermore, the leaves can be used to make refreshing herbal tea. The essential oil from both the leaves and the flowers is widely used as a flavoring in candies, ice cream, beverages, and other treats.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thyme enhances the flavor of mint and can repel pests that affect it. |
|
Salvia officinalis Sage |
Sage can help deter pests and attract beneficial insects that benefit mint. |
|
Mentha longifolia Horse mint |
Peppermint can enhance growth and create a diverse habitat for beneficials. |
|
Thymus serpyllum Wild Thyme |
Buckthorn can provide shelter for beneficial insects and help improve soil health. |
|
Thymus serpyllum Wild Thyme |
Creeping thyme improves soil structure and provides a habitat for pollinators. |