Mentha aquatica (Water Mint) 9cm Pot

Water mint, Mentha aquatica, is a vigorous, herbaceous perennial with a wide native distribution, including Africa, Asia and Europe.

It’s a fantastic plant for wildlife, as the globose flowerheads are are accessible to a number of pollinators, including butterflies, bees and hoverflies. Water mint leaves also can be used to flavour dishes and drinks.

For best results, grow Mentha aquatica at the edge of a pond as a marginal, or in boggy soil, in full sun or partial shade.

Mentha aquatica is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies​/​moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers and provides shelter and habitat.

Supplied in a 9cm pot