A lot of people grow it between stepping stones, it doesn't mind being walked on. Soil:humus-rich, moisture retentive soil. Narrative Description: One of the smallest Mints, forming a low carpet of tiny bright-green leaves with minute purple flowers, emanating a strong scent of peppermint. Supplied as a pot-grown plant grown in a 7cm pot. Recognised to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects. Also known as Rock Mint, Corsican Mint is native to Corsica, Sardinia and Italy. Mentha requienii (Corsican mint) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.3m after 2-5 years. Used as a flavouring for Creme de menthe liquer , it is also great in a variety of drinks and teas. Position:partial shade. Tiny purple flowers. Prostrate rooting stems and pungent peppermint scent. The mint used to create Creme de Menthe ! Suitable for most soils, including heavy clay. Orders placed now will be dispatched in the New Year. Can be used as an antiseptic, carminative or febrifuge. It is a native plant to Corsica, Sardinia and France. The leaves are not as palatable like peppermint but release a more intense scent and is used as the flavoring of creme de mi Thank you.Andy, West Midlands. Ideal to grow in pots where it will creep down the sides and produce small, pink flowers in summer. Corsican Mint: USDA Zone: 7-9: Plant number: 1.360.050. Mentha requienii, Corsican Mint. Corsican Mint or Mentha requienii, is a ground cover with small, rounded, aromatic leaves and tiny light purple blooms in summer.. Plant Passport Registration Number: GB-34265, Victoriana Nursery Gardens, Challock, Ashford, Kent. The plant releases a soothing pennyroyal-like fragrance, especially when stepped on, that repels pests, especially pests of plants in the Brassicaceae family. TN25 4DG England, UK, Telephone: 01233 740529 It grows best in damp shady conditions but must not become waterlogged. Recognised to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects. See more ideas about Corsican mint, Backyard landscaping, Backyard landscaping designs. Special OffersRedeem Offer Code Redeem Gift Voucher Scarecrow Members, Our FeedbackMy order arrived and I am very happy with the grape vines and other items. It is in flower from July to August. Intensely flavoured leaves used fresh or dried in cooking, drinks, insect repellents, pot pouri, oils and medicinal. Corsican mint is the smallest mint there is but with a very strong minty aroma and very low growing habit. Great to grow between paving stones as makes an attractive ground cover. $15.49 $ 15. Feb 1, 2017 - Step by step guides to growing herbs in the UK. It is hardy to zone (UK) 6 and is not frost tender. Challock, Ashford, Kent. 75. How to Care for Corsican Mint. Lavender Plant - Lavender 'Ellagance Snow', Parsley Plant - Parsley 'Champion Moss Curled'. Hardy semi-evergreen perennial, with small oval leaves. Imagine! Cultivation Instructions. Corsican Mint makes a great ground cover as the plants creep their way around the garden, staying less than 2" from the ground. How To Sow & Grow HerbsDetailed advice on sowing and growing herbs outside and under protection. 32. This plant will tolerate light foot traffic which makes it a perfect choice to fill paving cracks. It is sometimes said to have a scent similar to pennyroyal. Will rot if kept wet. Corsican Mint grows ¼ to ½ inch (1/2 to 1 cm) tall, spreading out to carpet an area 4 inches (10 cm) across. Our Pre-Christmas Order Book is now closed. Prefers a warm, damp location in partial sun. Can be container grown. Corsican Mint (aka Mini Mint) is an excellent perennial herb that is hardy down to -5C. Divide plants in autumn. Amazon's Choice for corsican mint seeds. Tiny peppermint scented leaves which look just like thyme until you touch them. 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