Product description
Mint 'Buddleia' is a popular perennial herb, highly prized for its ornamental flower spikes as well as its culinary value. The primary part used in the kitchen is its soft, grey-green leaves, which provide a sweet and fruity mint flavour, perfect for making teas, jellies, and mint sauces. However, its most striking feature is its long, tapering, lilac-purple flowers, which resemble those of a butterfly bush and are also edible, making them a beautiful garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, spreading perennial that is very 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. Like all mints, it is highly invasive, so it is crucial to grow it in a container or with root barriers to stop it from spreading. As a major added benefit, its attractive flowers are extremely popular with pollinators, particularly bees and butterflies.
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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Mint 'Buddleia'
Mint 'Buddleia'
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Product description
Mint 'Buddleia' is a popular perennial herb, highly prized for its ornamental flower spikes as well as its culinary value. The primary part used in the kitchen is its soft, grey-green leaves, which provide a sweet and fruity mint flavour, perfect for making teas, jellies, and mint sauces. However, its most striking feature is its long, tapering, lilac-purple flowers, which resemble those of a butterfly bush and are also edible, making them a beautiful garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, spreading perennial that is very 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. Like all mints, it is highly invasive, so it is crucial to grow it in a container or with root barriers to stop it from spreading. As a major added benefit, its attractive flowers are extremely popular with pollinators, particularly bees and butterflies.
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 long, elegant flower spikes of Mint 'Buddleia' last surprisingly well in water, making them an unusual but fragrant addition to cut flower arrangements. Leaving the faded stems standing through winter provides valuable shelter for hibernating insects in the hollow stems.
How to Water
Mint 'Buddleia' is a moisture-loving plant that should never be allowed to dry out completely. Water efficiently at the base to keep the roots cool and damp, which supports its tall growth habit.
How to Plant
Choose a damp, partially shaded or sunny location for Mint 'Buddleia' and plant in a container to contain its vigorous, spreading root system. Keep the soil consistently moist to support the tall flower spikes and silvery foliage.
