Kentucky Colonel mentha Mentha spicata
Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 6" - 12"
Spread: 16" - 20"
Height: 15cm - 30cm
Spread: 41cm - 51cm
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Details
6 - 12 Inches16 - 20 Inches16 - 20 Inches15cm - 30cm41cm - 51cm41cm - 51cmFeatures
When the heat and humidity of summer begin to overtake you -- enjoy the mint overtaking your garden! Sit down in the patch and enjoy its minty scent. Chew on a mint leaf and take a deep breath for a cool blast.
Fragrant FoliageAttracts:BirdsButterfliesHummingbirdsNative to North AmericaCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:6 - 12 Inches 15cm - 30cmSpacing:16 - 20 Inches 41cm - 51cmSpread:16 - 20 Inches 41cm - 51cmFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:FillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:ModerateBloom Time:Mid SummerBloom Time:Late SummerHardiness Zones:3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:Use in landscapes and herb gardens. Can be aggressive, may want to plant in containers.
Maintenance Notes:Large plantings may be sheared after blooming to encourage vegetative growth. Mints can be aggressive so use a soil barrier if you want to be sure to contain the planting.
