Mentha piperita f. citrata ~ Lemon Mint, Orange Mint zone-1 (2) NC Gardener Extension Toolbox

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The stiff and hollow plant stems grow rigidly upright and are bamboo-like with its stem nodes being marked with whorls of toothed scale-like leaves

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Its velvety wine red daisy-like flowers with bright yellow disks are frosted with creamy white in high summer creating a two-toned affect and bloom continuously from mid summer into fall

Mentha piperita f. citrata ~ Lemon Mint, Orange Mint zone-1 (2) NC Gardener Extension ToolboxLemon Mint is an upright perennial with citrus scented dark green leaves grown for culinary purposes or as groundcover. Short terminal flower spikes of tiny lavender flowers bloom in summer. Grows best in full sun and rich moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Height: 1' 2' Spread: 1' 2' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious