Mentha aquatica WATER MINT (plant)

Water mint or Mentha aquatica is a mint from the Lamiaceae family.
It is a hardy perennial and creeping plant that grows in water.
Its summer flowering is purple.
Water mint seeds are small, they become viable when flowering ends.
Its rather downy foliage is very fragrant.

Water mint is a plant that loves humid areas and cool places.
It comes from Europe, Asia and northwest Africa.

Like all mints, it has aromatic properties and medicinal virtues.
Traditionally it is mainly used externally.

It is also found in herbal tea, inhaled, and in cooking.

Water mint plant 10 to 25 cm high, delivered in plugs.
Upon receipt, transplant your aquatic mint plant into a large pot, using a good quality substrate.
Water copiously when planting then place your aquatic mint crop in a semi-shaded location.

This variety of mint likes to have its feet in water.
It is also possible to plant it directly in the ground or on the banks of your pond.

• Plant for pond, pond, aquatic garden.
• Perennial and very hardy mint.
• Has multiple medicinal properties.