Berrybank Nursery, 5 Boggs Holdings, Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5BA
Mentha x piperita f. citrata

Mentha x piperita f. citrata

Common Name: 'Eau de Cologne mint'

A hardy and vigorous perennial with hairless, dark green leaves tinged purple, which have an Eau de Cologne scent, and mauve flowers in summer. Jun-Aug. H75cm S60cm.

£9.00

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Care Instructions

Best grown in poor, moist soil in full sun. To prevent mint becoming invasive, plant in a pot and plunge into the soil. The leaves are good used in oils and vinegars.

  • Herbaceous Perennials
  • Good for fragrance
  • Good for ground cover
  • Good for sun
  • Good for clay
  • Purple flowers
  • Good for summer
  • 60cm to 90cm
  • Ground Cover
Plant No: 1697

About Us

Macplants have been growing top-quality perennials and alpines in East Lothian since 1979. We specialise in hardy perennials and grow one of the UK's widest ranges. Of particular note are our collections of Himalayan Blue Poppies (Meconopsis), autumn Gentians, Sanguisorbas, Hostas plus over 50 varieties of perennial Geraniums. 

Our Contacts

Berrybank Nursery,
5 Boggs Holdings,
Pencaitland
East Lothian
EH34 5BA

01875 592871