Mentha HILARY'S SWEET LEMON MINT

Common name(s): Hilary's sweet lemon mint

Description: perennial; introduced by Jim Westerfield of Freeburg, Illinois. bright green leaves with a pleasant lemon flavor. Flowers in summer.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 6 ft.

Position: sun or shade, any soil. Mints generally spread aggressively by rhizomes and can quickly become a nuisance in the garden. We strongly recommend growing them in containers to prevent unwanted spreading.

Uses: medicine, aromatherapy, cosmetics, culinary- beverages, sauces, candies, syrups, etc.

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below