Mentha requienii

Common name(s): Corsican mint

Description: perennial; an herb native to Corsica, Sardinia, and Montecristo. Mat-forming with strongly aromatic peppermint-scented leaves and very tiny flowers in summer. Popular between pavers and as a companion plant in vegetable gardens. Traditionally used as a flavoring for crème de menthe, though now the flavorings used are mostly artificial. 

Height: to 4 in. Spread: to 3 ft.

Position: partial shade and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary, landscaping, medicine, companion plantings

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Distribution: Corsica, Sardinia, Montecristo