Description
Common Name: Mentha suaveolens ‘Apple’, Apple Mint
Round, large hairy leaves. Aromatic herb with fruity, spearmint flavor.
Apple-scented foliage sets this selection apart from other mints. Whorls of purple blooms in summer are an added bonus. This variety is popular for sachets and potpourri.
Size: 3.5″ Potted Plant
Height: 36.0-40.0”
Spread: 18.0-24.0”
Light requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Type: Vigorous grower in most soils. Tolerates poor quality soil.
Hardiness Zones: 5(tender),6,7,8,9,10 Also makes a good house plant
Attributes: Edible, Fast Growth, Deer Resistant, Culinary, Houseplant, Herb, Fragrant
Care/Use: Easy Care; Culinary herb for gardens and containers; Leaves can be used to flavour tea; Harvest or cut back at regular intervals and remove old woody plants.