Eau de Cologne Mint Bergamot mint, Basil Mint

Mentha x piperita f. citrata

Eau de Cologne Mint belongs to the Mentha genus. Eau de Cologne Mint is also known as Bergamot mint, Basil Mint

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Orange Mint has a bit of a Citrus fragrance It is quite easy to grow. It will readily make itself at home in full sun to partial shade in moist soil. Most gardeners don’t have any trouble growing it…. they have trouble containing it.

All of the plants in the Mentha family are best used fresh… but they can be dried or frozen. Orange Mint is very hardy and can be harvested as soon as new growth appears in the spring.

Young new growth is the most fragrant and flavorful… but all leaves are edible. Hang small bunches of Orange Mint upside down in a dry, dark, warm area to air dry. Leaves can be dried on paper or on screens. Store dried leaves in an air tight container.

Eau de Cologne Mint belongs to the Mentha genus.

How to grow and keep Eau de Cologne Mint happy

One should frequently harvest or cut back their mint to keep it looking it’s best. Remove old woody plants to allow newer, younger plants to fill in. At the end of the growing season cut Orange Mint plants back to ground level.

USDA Zone Range Which zones does Eau de Cologne Mint grow best in? 3 - 11 pH Range The level of acidity for Eau de Cologne Mint. -
Water Requirements How much water does Eau de Cologne Mint require? Low Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Eau de Cologne Mint need? ?
Soil The type of soil that Eau de Cologne Mint needs. ? Sun How much sunlight does Eau de Cologne Mint need to grow? Partial Sun
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How to sow and germinate Eau de Cologne Mint

How to transplant Eau de Cologne Mint

How to harvest Eau de Cologne Mint

Companion plants for Eau de Cologne Mint

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Repellent plants for Eau de Cologne Mint

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Common Eau de Cologne Mint pests

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Common Eau de Cologne Mint diseases & problems

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How long does Eau de Cologne Mint take to grow?

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