Plant Information
Common Name: MINT - GRAPEFRUIT MINT
Scientific Name: Mentha x piperita 'Grapefruit'
N/A
R85.00
Scientific Name: Mentha x piperita 'Grapefruit'
N/AR85.00
Description
- Perennial
- Grapefruit mint has large oval crinkled, deep green leaves with a citrusy scent.
- It can grow up to 36cm tall, has a strong upright growth habit and bears tall spikes of attractive purple flowers.
- Like most mints Grapefruit Mint is easy to grow and will do best in a pot.
- It is hardy and will grow in full sun or partial shade.
- Grapefruit mint can become leggy - pinch out shoots to maintain a bushy growth.
- It is a good nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.
- Good cut flower.
Culinary Uses
- Grapefruit mint is an excellent culinary and tea mint - add the leaves to iced tea – or freeze leaves in ice cubes to add to drinks.
- Add the flowers and chopped leaves to salads and fruity desserts.
- It goes well with fish and chicken dishes.
Parts Used
- The leaves and sprigs.
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