Mentha spicata
Mentha spicata
Spearmint
Dark green foliage has a fresh spearmint fragrance & flavor for culinary and use in teas. Purple-hued flowers in summer. Excellent dried or fresh.  (Herb)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Summer 2' tall x 2' wide Sun Part Shade 
Hardiness Zone:3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
zone map Cold Hardy to -40° to -30°F
Attracts Bees Attracts BeesAttracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial Insects
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesAttracts Hummingbirds Attracts Hummingbirds
Culinary Uses Culinary UsesDeer Resistant Deer Resistant
Fragrant FragrantGood for Tea Good for Tea
May Naturalize May NaturalizeMedicinal Uses Medicinal Uses
Tolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil