Mint is a vigorous, spreading perennial herb that tolerates partial shade and needs constant moisture. Grow it in a container to stop it taking over.
See this plant in the collectionSun
Partial shade to sun
Water
Keep moist
Spread
Invasive runners
Plant in a pot, even when sunk into a bed.
Pinch tips often for bushy growth.
Cut back after flowering.
Divide every few years.
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