Variegated Apple Mint

Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata' Lamiaceae

Other names

Pineapple Mint

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Perennial

Biocultural value

Leaves make a pineapple-flavored tea.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Sandy Mush Herb Nursery

Description

Round, hairy, pale green leaves are particoloued with creamy white. Plants 2' tall and wide; flowers mauve, borne in summer.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, fragrance, food