Herbs · Everyday herb

Peppermint

Mentha x piperita · also called Mint · planet: Venus

A vigorous, cool-scented mint with purple-tinged stems, a natural cross between water mint and spearmint.

In the garden

Part shade, rich moist soil. It spreads fast by runners, so keep it in a pot or a sunken bucket.

In the kitchen

Steep fresh leaves in hot water for tea, or chop into salads, chocolate desserts and lamb sauces.

Take care

• Food and tea amounts are fine. Can aggravate heartburn for some people.
• Do not apply the oil to the face of babies or small children.
• Peppermint oil can poison cats and dogs.

Folklore and garden information only, not medical advice. Do not eat or use any plant unless you are certain what it is and that it is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, on medicine, or choosing for children or pets.

Where to buy

Dried herb

• Mountain Rose Herbs Organic dried herbs and botanicals.
• Starwest Botanicals Bulk dried herbs, spices and teas.

Seeds

• Botanical Interests Seed packets for herb and flower gardens.
• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

Live plants

• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

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