Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height 15 - 18 Inches
Mature Spread 21 - 24 Inches
Growing Zones 6 - 8

Mentha x villosa is the true mint traditionally used for mojitos. The larger leaf and floral-fruity taste is more subtle than other mints and is perfect in all kinds of recipes, not just mojitos. Mint is easy to grow in a pot outdoors or inside on a bright windowsill. The tender, young leaves can be harvested all summer or easily frozen in ice cubes to add a punch to drinks and desserts during the winter months.

Mojito Mint Care

Mint grows rampantly when planted in the ground. The best way to contain its growth is to grow Mojito in a plastic pot. The plant will thrive in either a full-sun or part-shade location and does not require much fertilization. Use a soil-based potting mix that has added perlite for drainage. Plastic pots will retain moisture longer during the hottest part of summer and make watering less of a chore. Regular pinching back and using the youngest shoots will help to keep mints from blooming. Mint can be left to bloom late in the summer to provide nectar for beneficial pollinators. In fact, the white flower spikes make an exciting addition to a bouquet and dry beautifully for use in potpourri.

Growing Mojito Mint

Mojito mint can be harvested as soon as new growth appears. Use only the young, tender shoots without cutting into the older, woody branches. Mint is very hardy and can be planted in the garden after all danger of frost has passed in the spring. Pots of Mojito Mint may need to be moved to a sheltered location during the winter if they are in the path of prevailing winds and storms. Mojito Mint is hardy in USDA zones 6-9 but can easily be grown as an annual in colder climates.

Mint can be overly enthusiastic when planted directly in the garden. The spreading branches will form roots from every spot where they touch the soil. If you want the plant to be part of a garden, try burying potted Mint in the desired location.

Watering Mojito Mint

Mint tolerates a lot of neglect and is reasonably tolerant of both drought and over-watering. Water the container when the top 2-3 inches of soil are dry. Soak the pots until water runs from the bottom.

Feeding Mojito Mint

Mint is a very vigorous grower and rarely will require supplemental fertilizing. Mulch the top of the pots with organic compost to help keep the roots cool and provide a slow release of nutrition through the growing season.

Mojito Mint Plant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 8

Plant Type: Edible Plants

Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height: 15 - 18 Inches

Mature Spread: 21 - 24 Inches

Spacing: 21 - 24 Inches

Habit: Mounded

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Description:

Bloom Period:

Foliage Type: Herbaceous

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description:

Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering

Watering: Average

Resists: Deer

Tolerates: N/A

Attracts: Bees

Container Role:

Uses: Borders, Containers

Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant

Brand: Sarahs Superb Herbs

Common Name: Mojito Mint Plant

Other Name(s): Mojito Mint

Scientific Name: Mentha X 'Mojito'- Mojito Mint

SKU:: 1231006822-pc

Container Sizes

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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

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