Other common names
tall mint
Synonyms
Mentha cordifolia 'Raripila'
Mentha × smithiana 'Red Raripilla'
Mentha rubra var. raripila
Herbaceous Perennial Herbs - Culinary
An attractive, spreading, perennial herb with oval, pointed and toothed mid-green leaves with slight purple-red hues on the margin. Tight clusters of small, pale pink flowers appear in summer. A good minty flavour, perfect for sauces and preserves
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.5-1 metres
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres