Botanical Name: Mentha requienii
Common Name: Corsican mint, Jewel mint of Corsica
Type of Plant: dicot: perennial

Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape creeping, mat forming mint which stays virtually flat; resembles baby’s tears, but provides an aromatic fragrance
Height to 1/2"
Spread to 12"
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors partial shade preferred; will tolerate full sun towards coast
Soil prefers good drainage
Hardiness hardy: zones 5-9, 12-24
 
Morphology:
Leaves orbicular, to 3/8" across, densely set on short stems very fine and tiny
Flowers tiny lavender flowers in summer
Fruit inconspicuous nutlets
 
Propagation:
division, stem cuttings
 
Usage:
low groundcover between stepping stones, near pathways, in rock gardens, and miniature landscapes
 
Landscape Care:
Watering needs regular watering; do not allow to dry out
Fertilizing none needed
Pruning none
Pests/Diseases fungal die-back in hot-weather areas
Special Conditions/Other tolerates some light foot traffic
 
Origin: Corsica/ Sardinia
Family: Lamiaceae

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