Peppermint
Mentha x piperita
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Peppermint is a vigorous, aromatic perennial herb valued for its cooling flavor and medicinal properties. It spreads readily via rhizomes and produces delicate purple-pink flowers that attract pollinators.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe (hybrid origin)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Peppermint is a vigorous, aromatic perennial herb valued for its cooling flavor and medicinal properties. It spreads readily via rhizomes and produces delicate purple-pink flowers that attract pollinators.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Peppermint grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe (hybrid origin)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation