| Common Name | Water Mint |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Mentha |
| Species | Aquatica |
| Origin | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Blooming | Summer, produces purple-pink flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | Green with purplish veins |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich, moist soil or waterlogged substrate with high organic content
High water demand, keep soil constantly wet or grow in shallow standing water
Full sun for best growth and flavor, tolerates partial shade in hot climates
Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength
Harvest leaves regularly to promote bushiness, cut back hard after flowering
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