Mentha aquatica

Water Mint

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Perennial aquatic herb with square stems and aromatic leaves native to Europe, Asia, and Africa; thrives in wet soils.
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Plant Details

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 check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist soil or waterlogged substrate with high organic content

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Watering

High water demand, keep soil constantly wet or grow in shallow standing water

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best growth and flavor, tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength

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Pruning

Harvest leaves regularly to promote bushiness, cut back hard after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
60% – 100%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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