Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Mentha

Species:

Mentha × verticillata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

lavender, pink

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Connecticut, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, West Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, moisture-retentive loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers habitats near water bodies