Mint - Pineapple Mentha spp.

Common Name:
Pineapple Mint

Description:
Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata', commonly known as Pineapple Mint, is a highly aromatic and attractive herb valued for its refreshing fragrance and ornamental foliage. The soft green leaves are edged with creamy white variegation and emit a sweet, fruity scent reminiscent of pineapple when crushed. This fast-growing perennial forms a dense, spreading clump, making it ideal for herb gardens, pots, and informal borders. In Melbourne, it thrives in full sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering to maintain lush growth. Flowering occurs in summer, producing small spikes of pale lilac to white flowers that attract beneficial pollinators. Best grown in containers or controlled spaces due to its vigorous spreading habit, Pineapple Mint is perfect for culinary use in teas, desserts, and garnishes, while also adding sensory appeal to the garden.

Form:
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
Ground Cover

Mature Size:
Height: 30–60 cm
Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:
White
Pale lilac

Key Attributes:
Bee Attracting
Edible Leaves
Herbaceous
Perennial
Suitable for Pots
Spreading growth habit
Variegated foliage

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans; may cause mild digestive upset in pets if consumed in large quantities.

Companion Plants:
Basil
Parsley
Chives
Tomatoes
Strawberries