Mentha × piperita - Peppermint - herb plant

Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) – Aromatic herb for tea, cooking and pollinators

Buy Mentha × piperita – A fragrant, versatile herb for every garden

Mentha × piperita, commonly known as peppermint, is a hardy perennial herb valued for its refreshing aroma and many culinary uses. The dark green leaves are rich in natural essential oils and are perfect for making fresh mint tea, desserts, cocktails and a wide variety of dishes.

Besides its culinary value, peppermint is an excellent nectar plant. From July to September, it produces spikes of delicate light purple flowers that attract bees, bumblebees and butterflies, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly and edible gardens.

Why choose Mentha × piperita?

✔ Fresh mint flavour for tea and cooking
✔ Highly aromatic leaves rich in natural menthol
✔ Attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators
✔ Hardy and easy to grow
✔ Suitable for borders, herb gardens and containers
✔ Perfect for kitchen gardens and food forests

Growing conditions

Peppermint thrives in sun or partial shade in a fertile, humus-rich and moist soil.

Care

• Water regularly during dry periods.
• Harvest leaves frequently to encourage fresh growth.
• Cut back after flowering or in early spring.
• Since peppermint spreads through underground runners, growing it in a container or with a root barrier is recommended if you wish to control its spread.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Mentha × piperita
• Common name: Peppermint
• Plant type: Hardy perennial herb
• Height: 40–80 cm
• Flowering period: July – September
• Flower colour: Light purple
• Location: Sun to partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, humus-rich, moist
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Bee-friendly: ★★★★★
• Butterfly-friendly: ★★★★☆