Mentha Arvensis Banana | 9cm Pot

A banana flavoured culinary herb. Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: humus-rich, moisture retentive soil Rate of growth: fast Flowering Period: July to August Hardiness: fully hardy ‘Banana’ is a low-growing, spreading perennial mint with small, bright-green, slightly downy leaves that have an unusual banana scent when crushed. Clusters of small, lilac flowers, loved by bees and other pollinating insects are borne in summer. Why not add this flavouring to ice cream or use to infuse summer drinks and cocktails? Garden care: When plants have finished flowering in summer, cut flowered shoots back to 5cm (2in) above the surface of the compost. Mint is vigorous in the garden so restrict excessive growth by planting it in a large pot and keeping it well watered.