Mentha spicata 'Kentucky Colonel'

The official Mint in the Kentucky Derby's mint julep drink!

This new mint is super sweet, it has large leaves , dark green foliage, upright plant performance

and vigorous growth. 

Mentha spicata 'Kentucky Colonel' is easy to grow and fit well in pots.

Plant Characteristics

USDA Hardiness Zone5
Plant Height30 CM
Foliage ColorDark Green
Popular UsageRockery,Fragrance,Salads,Head Aches,Tea,Stomach Aches
Flowering PeriodSummer

Plant Growth

Planting TimeAll year round
WateringAmple
Light ExposureFull Sun
Growing Temp (°C)12 (Night), 16(Day)
Propagation UnitsRooted Cuttings, Unrooted Cuttings.
Available AsOrganic, Conventional.
Sales AreaEU, North America – URC Only.
Quantity Per Bag100

 

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