Mentha piperita 'Chocolate Mint' - P9

Bulletpoints
* refreshing, minty flavour * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The green-brown, toothed leaves are egg-shaped and have a refreshing, minty flavour.

Growth habit
Stoloniferous.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Sowing
Sow under glass from March to May. Sow outdoors from March to June.

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

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: Until May - Sowing under glass: From March to May - Sowing outdoors: From March to June.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, group planting, cottage garden, balcony/terrace, dessert, drinks