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Banana Mint is a perennial herb known for its spreading growth and soft textured aromatic foliage with a mild fruity fragrance. It forms dense leafy plants suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting. This variety adapts well to a range of climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with consistently moist, well drained soil. It is commonly grown in herb gardens and spreads readily once established.
Features
- Spreading growth with dense aromatic foliage
- Mild fruity fragrance in leaves
- Adaptable to a range of climates
- Suitable for garden beds borders and container planting
- Performs well in full sun to partial shade
Specifications
- Scientific name: Mentha arvensis
- Common name (US): Mint
- Seed type / variety: Banana
- Growth habit: Perennial spreading herb
- USDA zones: 4 to 9
- Planting season: Spring
- Growing season: Spring to summer
- Sowing Season: Spring March to May
- Germination time and conditions: 7 to 14 days in warm moist soil 18 to 24 C
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil requirements: Moist well drained fertile soil
- Watering needs: Moderate to high keep soil consistently moist
- Mature plant size: 30 to 60 cm height 30 to 60 cm spread
- Plant spacing: 30 to 45 cm apart
