Water Mint

Water Mint
Botanical Name: Mentha Aquatica

☀️ Exposure: Full sun, partial shade
❄️ Hardiness: Hardy
🌱 Soil Type: Moist, boggy soil
📏 Height: 30 – 90cm | Spread: 60 – 100cm

Mentha aquatica, or Water Mint, is a vigorous aquatic herb known for its aromatic foliage and clusters of lilac-pink flowers that bloom in summer. Thriving in wet conditions, it is perfect for pond edges, marshy areas, and water gardens, where it helps oxygenate the water and attract pollinators. Its refreshing minty scent makes it a popular choice for culinary and medicinal uses. Fast-growing and easy to maintain, this hardy perennial is an excellent addition to naturalized water features and wildlife-friendly gardens.