MINT Mentha x piperita. Labiatae. An extensive range of mints.
All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.
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Spearmint, Bowles, Apple, Curly, Eau-de-Cologne, Pineapple, Black & White Peppermint, Ginger, Water and Pennyroyal.
A rampant spreader.
 
This page is for Peppermint x piperita. All mints generally like the same or similar growing conditions
Annual/biennial/Perennial All are Hardy Herbaceous Perennials.
Appearance Tall flower spikes of pink on dense small green leaves..
Height 20ins/50cms
Growing Position Mints of all types grow vigorously, plant them in an area of the garden where it is difficult for them to spread or where it does not matter or in pots. 
Disease  
Fertiliser Light organic.
Propagation & soil Root and stem cuttings. Rich, moist, well-drained alkaline soil.
General Information The Peppermint is a hybrid of many mints.
Spring Pull up unwanted shoots but be careful and make sure that you get all the root otherwise a new shoot will appear. Divide and seperate.
Summer Harvest before flowering.
Autumn  
Winter Tidy up dead parts of the plant
Use Leaves.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary Aromatic, Medicinal and Culinary
Areas of help Acid stomach, headache and flatulence. Externally as a rub for rheumatism, arthritis and stiff joints.
Storage Use fresh or dried.
Specific Use
  • Mint jelly and sauce to enhance the flavour of lamb.
  • Add to salads, especially cucumber and yogurt.
  • Make refreshing drinks in the summer
  • Fruit salads are given an extra boost of flavour by adding some mint leaves.
  • Tea is extremely good for the digestion after a meal, do not add other herbs to it.
Recipe
Large doses can be harmful.
Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

Standard Tea:
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