Spearmint has a strong mint flavor and is a great addition to tea, salad and dishes. It is a common culinary herb, very versatile, used in many cuisines. The flowers are edible and are very attractive to the pollinators.
Scientific Name: Mentha spicata
Plant Life Cycle: Perennial
Optimal Germination Temperature: 18-20°C
Germination time in days: 5-21 days
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil requirement: fertile soil that is no too wet
Sowing and cultivation: Sow seed directly in the ground just before the last spring frost date
