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mint 'Strawberry Mint'

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A vigorous, spreading perennial herb with small, aromatic, mid-green leaves that have a scent reminiscent of strawberries and clusters of small, pale purple flowers that appear in summer. Perfect as a garnish for desserts

Scientific classification

Species: mint 'Strawberry Mint' (Mentha 'Strawberry Mint')
Genus: Mentha
Family: Lamiaceae

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Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial · Herbs - Culinary
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 1-1.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
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Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of mint 'Strawberry Mint'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of mint 'Strawberry Mint'

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mint 'Strawberry Mint' care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

Cut back after flowering in autumn

Propagation

Propagate by seed or division in spring or autumn

Growing

Grow in moist but well drained soil in full or partial sun. May have the potential to become a nuisance, restrict the root run in a deep container and plunge into the ground, or plant in a well chosen site where it can grow unrestricted. This variety does tend to be less invasive than other mints. See mint cultivation for more information

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