Mint (Mentha ) is a vigorous ornamental herb admired for its lush spreading foliage and delicate summer blooms. With dense leafy growth, it works beautifully as a decorative border plant, a groundcover in moist garden areas, or a lush green accent in containers. When allowed to bloom, tiny purple or white flower clusters support bees and beneficial insects, making mint both ornamental and ecologically valuable.

Features

• Dense green foliage adds texture to garden beds and containers
• Clusters of tiny flowers attract bees and other pollinators
• Spreads easily to form lush borders or groundcover
• Thrives in full sun to partial shade in moist soil
• Non-GMO Mentha seed selection

Specifications

• Common Name: Mint
• Scientific Name: Mentha 
• Plant Type: Perennial herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 4–10 (varies by species)
• Foliage: Dense, leafy green growth
• Flower Color: White, lavender, or pale purple (varies)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Height: 12–36 inches (depending on species)
• Spread: Widely spreading by runners
• Growth Habit: Upright to sprawling, fast-spreading
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soils
• Water Needs: Moderate to high moisture
• Pollinator Value: High; supports bees & beneficial insects
• Maintenance Level: Moderate (may require containment)
• Plant Spacing: 12–24 inches
• Seed Viability: 1–2 years stored cool & dry

Planting Guide

• Start seeds indoors 6–10 weeks before frost or sow outdoors after frost.
• Press seeds lightly onto soil surface; do not bury deeply (needs light).
• Keep soil consistently moist during germination (10–21 days).
• Transplant after frost into sun or part shade with moist soil.
• Space generously or plant in containers to control spreading.
• Water regularly; mint prefers constant moisture.
• Allow flowering for pollinators or trim lightly for a dense groundcover form.