Mint Plant - Lime Mint
Mentha x piperita f.citrata 'Lime'
- Lime scent and flavour.
- Hardy perennial.
- Oval green leaf with a hint of purple.
- Small purple flowers.
- Reaches 16" (40 cm) tall.
Supplied as a pot grown plant grown in a 7cm pot.
Available from APPROXIMATELY mid May1 or more £2.95GBP each. Group & quantity discounts
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Description
A beautiful light, refreshing and limey herb for the Summer!
Is said to detract harmful insects such as aphids, fleas and ants.
Recognised to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.
- Hardy perennial.
- Reaches approximately 16" (40 cm) tall.
- Likes a sunny or part shade position.
- Prefers a moist location.
- Oval green leaves with a hint of purple.
- Small purple flowers.
- We recommend growing this in a pot as it can be invasive.
- Culinary Uses
- Great with fish.
- Good companion for chicken.
- Can be dried or used fresh.
- Good for making tea or iced tea.
- Lovely in salads and fruit salads.
- Can be added to lemonade to add zing!
- Can be dried.
- Can be used to make Pesto or mint sauce.
- Other Uses
- Can detract aphids, fleas and ants.
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