Mentha × piperita f. citrata

Common Name:

Eau de Cologne Mint, Orange Mint, Bergamot Mint

Description:

Mentha × piperita f. citrata, commonly known as Eau de Cologne Mint, is a perennial herbaceous plant celebrated for its aromatic foliage and ornamental appeal. This mint variety features dark green, ovate leaves with a subtle purple hue, emitting a distinctive citrusy fragrance reminiscent of bergamot or orange. In late summer, it produces dense spikes of small, pale purple flowers, attracting pollinators and adding visual interest to gardens. Thriving in Melbourne's climate, Eau de Cologne Mint prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. Due to its vigorous growth and spreading habit via underground rhizomes, it is advisable to cultivate this mint in containers or confined garden spaces to prevent it from becoming invasive. Its aromatic leaves are commonly used in culinary applications, teas, and potpourri, offering both sensory delight and versatility in garden design.

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

• Ground Cover

• Herb

Mature Size:

• Height: 45–60 cm

• Width: 45–60 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pale Purple

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Disease Resistant

• Scented Flowers

• Edible Leaves

• Bee Attracting

• Herbaceous

• Perennial

• Suitable for Edging

• Suitable for Mass Planting

• Aromatic Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender)

• Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)

• Thymus vulgaris (Common Thyme)

• Salvia officinalis (Common Sage)

• Allium schoenoprasum (Chives)