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Vigorous perennial in the mint family. Spreads aggressively by runners — contain in a pot or bury a barrier. Tolerates partial shade. Cut back hard mid-season to encourage fresh growth.
Mentha
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A fellow Lamiaceae — similar growing habits to Peppermint
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant Belgian EndiveGreat, CarrotGreat and Catalogna ChicoryGreat nearby.Peppermint is usually grown from division rather than seed. Lift an established clump and split it into sections, each with roots and a growing point, then replant.
Water: Medium · Height: 60 cm · Soil: Well-draining loam or sandy soil with moderate fertility. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Tolerates poor soil but thrives with organic matter.
Aleyrodidae
A puff of white when you brush the leaf, and stickiness underneath.
These three thrive alongside Peppermint — and alongside each other.
