Product description
Mint 'Blackcurrant' is a popular perennial herb, highly prized for its unique and complex fragrance. The primary part used for its culinary value is its aromatic leaves, which provide a flavour that is often described as a fantastic mix of classic, cool mint with a rich, fruity, berry-like scent. Unlike other mints, its edibility is all about this distinct profile, making it a wonderful choice for infusing teas, flavouring jellies, adding to fruit salads, or using in desserts and cocktails. The plant's small, attractive flowers are also edible.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, spreading perennial that is extremely adaptable. It is not fussy about its light conditions and will thrive in locations with either full sun or partial shade. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with soil that is kept consistently moist, and it's one of the few herbs that can tolerate quite damp ground. A crucial point is that this plant is highly invasive, so it must be contained in a pot or with root barriers to prevent it from taking over the garden. As an added benefit, its flowers are very popular with pollinators.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
Blackcurrant Mint
Mint 'Blackcurrant'
Mint 'Blackcurrant'
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Product description
Mint 'Blackcurrant' is a popular perennial herb, highly prized for its unique and complex fragrance. The primary part used for its culinary value is its aromatic leaves, which provide a flavour that is often described as a fantastic mix of classic, cool mint with a rich, fruity, berry-like scent. Unlike other mints, its edibility is all about this distinct profile, making it a wonderful choice for infusing teas, flavouring jellies, adding to fruit salads, or using in desserts and cocktails. The plant's small, attractive flowers are also edible.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, spreading perennial that is extremely adaptable. It is not fussy about its light conditions and will thrive in locations with either full sun or partial shade. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with soil that is kept consistently moist, and it's one of the few herbs that can tolerate quite damp ground. A crucial point is that this plant is highly invasive, so it must be contained in a pot or with root barriers to prevent it from taking over the garden. As an added benefit, its flowers are very popular with pollinators.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
The fruity profile of Mint 'Blackcurrant' makes it the absolute best variety for making homemade summer cordials or infusing into vodka. To get the strongest berry scent, bruise the leaves gently between your fingers before adding them to your glass.
How to Water
Mint 'Blackcurrant' prefers damp conditions, so water it frequently to ensure the soil remains moist at all times. If growing in a pot, you may need to water daily during hot weather to prevent the leaves from wilting.
How to Plant
Plant Mint 'Blackcurrant' in moist, fertile soil in sun or partial shade, ensuring you restrict the invasive roots by planting it in a pot or using a solid barrier.
