Mentha cervina - P9

Description
The runner-forming, creeping plant usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Preslia cervina.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * decorative flowers

Leaves
Suitable for consumption.

Growth habit
Stoloniferous, creeping.

Water depth
5 - 20 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from January to December - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel.

Flower
The purple, lip-shaped flowers appear in whorls from July to September. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Tub, bee pasture, pond edge, stream, tea, medicinal plant