Mentha spicata
Spear Mint
Flower Color
Description
A vigorous rhizomatous perennial forming an extensive colony of upright, four-ribbed stems, up to 100 cm tall and wide. Typically sweet-scented leaves are oval shaped, with pointed tips and serrated edge. Leaves are bright green, 5-9cm long and 1-3cm wide. Light purple flowers 2-3mm small are produced in interrupted, slender terminal spikes in summer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Suckering
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensCity and courtyard gardensPatio and container plants
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 5cm3912T | H: 5cm | €5.83 |
| VS0814P | €3.98 | |
| VS3912L | €3.45 | |
| VS3912BC | €3.37 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.