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Apple Mint
Apple Mint

Mint
Apple Mint
Metha Suaveolens

Apple Mint is used fresh or dried. The soft, downy, grey-green foliage has a distinct apple/camphor fragrance. It tolerates hot, dry conditions better than other mints. Leaves were candied in the past and are still used in fruit compote. One of the best mint to grow indoors.

prefers mostly sun   Perennial
24" • Space 24 in.
culinary fragrant
Teas, cold drinks, soups, jellies, fruit salads.
 

Pineapple Mint
Pineapple Mint

Mint
Pineapple Mint
Menta suaveolens variegata

Pineapple Mint is a striking variety of apple mint. The soft, downy leaves are cream and green colored. Shorter than apple mint, with a rich fruity fragrance. It prefers a moist, semi-shade area and blends well with other variegated plants. A decorative garnish in teas, drinks and salads. Keep mint varieties separate in the garden.

partial shade   Perennial
15" • Space 12 in.
culinary decorative fragrant
Teas, soups, jellies, decorative.
  

 

 

 

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