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Strawberry Mint

Strawberry Mint

MENTHA spicata 'Strawberry'

For landscaping
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Ships as 4"

For landscaping

The Strawberry Mint plants we currently have in stock are meant to be planted in the ground or a raised garden bed. They may be woody, going deciduous, or simply outgrowing their 4" pots. Got it
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Common Name(s)
Strawberry Mint
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Perennial Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
6"–1'
Max Spread
Over 24"
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Fruiting Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding, Clumping
Bloom Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Genus
Mentha
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

Organic Strawberry Mint (Mentha spicata 'Strawberry') is a delightful and unique twist on traditional spearmint. This specialty herb features smaller, daintier leaves than standard mints and emits a distinct, sweet fruity aroma reminiscent of sun-ripened strawberries. It is a must-have for the sensory garden, offering a refreshing and sophisticated scent that is far less aggressive than peppermint.

As a member of the Mentha genus, Strawberry Mint is a fantastic culinary companion. Its leaves are perfect for infusing iced teas, garnishing summer desserts, or adding a fruity spark to fruit salads and cocktails. It is a compact, mounding grower that behaves well in containers, which is recommended to keep its vigorous roots in check. Its tiny lavender flower spikes in summer are highly attractive to pollinators.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Unique Fruity Aroma: A sweet, strawberry-scented foliage that adds a gourmet touch to your herb collection.
  • Culinary Versatility: Ideal for beverages, desserts, and fresh garnishes.
  • Tidy Habit: Generally stays more compact and less invasive than other mint varieties.
  • Easy to Grow: Thrives in a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade.

Product Details: This Organic Strawberry Mint is delivered as a robust 4-inch live plant in a nursery pot. It prefers moist soil and is ready for your kitchen garden or patio containers.

Strawberry Mint