Spearmint

Mentha spicata 'Silver' Lamiaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Perennial

Biocultural value

Hot or iced leaf tea is refreshing and stomach-soothing.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Sandy Mush Herb Nursery

Description

Plants 12" to 18" tall with silver-green foliage that holds up well through the summer heat.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

fragrance, foliage characteristics, food