{"product_id":"peppermint","title":"Mint 'Peppermint'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eMentha × piperita\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"69\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppermint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 cm (12–35 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60 cm (18–24 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, cooling mint flavour with high menthol content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary applications, herbal teas, essential oil extraction, medicinal purposes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"454\"\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial herb with a spreading, vigorous growth habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves and stems can be harvested just before flowering; best used fresh or dried for later use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabbage, tomatoes, and peas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eGeneral Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppermint (\u003cem data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eMentha × piperita\u003c\/em\u003e) is a sterile hybrid between watermint (\u003cem data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eMentha aquatica\u003c\/em\u003e) and spearmint (\u003cem data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eMentha spicata\u003c\/em\u003e), first discovered in England in 1696. This aromatic herb is widely cultivated for its high menthol content, which imparts a strong, cooling flavour. Peppermint thrives in moist, well-drained soils and can become invasive due to its vigorous growth and spreading rhizomes; therefore, container planting or root barriers are recommended to control its spread. The plant is utilized in various culinary dishes, herbal teas, and is a significant source of essential oils used in aromatherapy and medicinal products. Its leaves and stems are typically harvested just before flowering to maximize oil content and flavour. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" Pot","offer_id":43436967002249,"sku":"G14272","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/peppermint_6e157fea-e47e-4586-b74b-df8902f059e2.jpg?v=1748267221","url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/products\/peppermint","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}