| Common Name | Apple Mint |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Mentha |
| Species | Gracilis |
| Variety | x |
| Origin | Europe / Asia (Hybrid) |
| Blooming | Foliage plant with small purple flowers in late summer |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to emerald green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich loamy soil, well-drained but moisture-retentive. Peat mix with perlite or vermiculite.
Keep soil consistently moist. Do not allow to dry out completely. Mist leaves regularly indoors.
Full sun for optimal flavor and growth; tolerates partial shade in hot climates to prevent scorching.
Light feeding during active growth (spring/summer). Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly.
Harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth. Pinch off flower buds to maintain leaf quality and potency.
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