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 Notes: |
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