{"product_id":"mentha-piperita-f-citrata-strawberry-strawberry-mint-british-grown-culinary-herbs","title":"Mentha × piperita f. citrata ‘Strawberry’ - Strawberry Mint - British Grown Culinary Herbs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSweetly scented foliage with a fruity strawberry aroma makes Strawberry Mint a delightful addition to herb gardens, containers, and kitchen gardens. The fresh green leaves can be harvested throughout the growing season for teas, desserts, fruit salads, and summer drinks, while clusters of pale pink to lilac flowers attract a wide range of pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrawberry Mint\u003c\/b\u003e combines the vigorous growth and easy-going nature of traditional mints with a distinctive fruity fragrance. Perfect for growing in pots to keep its spreading habit under control, it provides a continuous harvest of aromatic leaves from spring until autumn and is a wonderful choice for sensory gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial Herb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdible, Aromatic, Fast Growing, Pollinator Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e July to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e March to November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMentha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Strawberry’ (strawberry-scented mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOften sold as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMentha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Strawberry’ or \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMentha × piperita\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e f. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ecitrata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Strawberry’, depending on the supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrawberry Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cultivated mint variety developed for its distinctive fruity aroma. It originates from garden selections within the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMentha\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e genus, which is native across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest stems regularly throughout the growing season to encourage fresh, bushy growth. Cut plants back to a few centimetres above ground level in late autumn or early spring before new shoots emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, hoverflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making Strawberry Mint a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in full sun or partial shade. Ideal for herb gardens, raised beds, kitchen gardens, and containers. Growing in a pot is recommended, as mint can spread vigorously when planted directly into the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers consistently moist soil. Water regularly during dry weather, particularly when grown in containers, and avoid allowing the compost to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Grows well in most garden soils provided they do not become excessively dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApply a mulch of garden compost in spring to support healthy growth. Container-grown plants may benefit from occasional feeding with a balanced liquid fertiliser during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally regarded as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrow Strawberry Mint near a seating area or pathway where its sweet fragrance can be enjoyed whenever the leaves are brushed against. The leaves make a delicious addition to summer drinks, fruit salads, and homemade iced teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe distinctive strawberry aroma comes from naturally occurring aromatic compounds in the leaves. While the flavour still has the cooling freshness associated with mint, many gardeners find it sweeter and fruitier than traditional spearmint or peppermint.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":58299762311549,"sku":"9287238971871","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14cm","offer_id":58299762344317,"sku":"7287238971871","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/mentha-piperita-f-citrata-strawberry-strawberry-mint-british-grown-culinary-herbs","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}