Spearmint
Mentha spicata
A very usable perennial in the garden or in plantings near the kitchen. Fresh leaves blended, strained, sweeten, and iced. Is there a better drink on a hot summer day? As all mints the plant must be kept in bounds. The bloom attracts many butterfly. Space 5' circle or smaller. Zone 4-10
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Pest Resistance | Excellent |
| Disease Resistance | Excellent |
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
| Humidity Tolerance | Excellent |
| Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wet Soil Tolerance | Good |
| Shade Tolerance | Very Good |
| No Spray | Excellent |
| Salt Tolerance | Fair |
| Fresh for Kids | Good |
| Deer Resistance | Very Good |
| Thorns | No |
| Soil Type | Adaptable |
| Edible Type | Leaf |
| This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome | |