basil mint
Also known as: bushy mint; cardiac mint; ginger mint; redmint; Scotch mint; Scotch spearmint
A vigorous, spreading, perennial with upright stems bearing lance-shaped, slightly wrinkled, aromatic, dark green leaves. Whorled spikes of pale purple flowers appear in summer. Perfect for culinary use
Scientific classification
- Species
- basil mint (Mentha × gracilis)
- Genus
- Mentha
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial · Herbs - Culinary
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Distribution of basil mint
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of basil mint
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basil mint care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well drained soil in full or partial sun. May have to 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. See mint cultivation for more information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to mint rust and powdery mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars and leafhoppers
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