Product description
Mint 'Swiss' is a popular perennial herb, highly regarded for its exceptionally smooth and refreshing flavour. The primary part used for its culinary value is its bright green leaves, which provide a uniquely clean, sweet spearmint taste that is milder and less sharp than many other mint varieties. This specific flavour profile makes it the classic choice for brewing into 'Swiss' herbal tea, but it is also excellent in fruit salads, desserts, and cocktails. The plant's attractive, small lilac-pink flowers are also edible and can be used as a 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, as it does not like to dry out. It is crucial to remember that this plant is highly invasive, so it must be planted in a container or with root barriers to prevent it from taking over. As an added benefit, its attractive flowers are known to be 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.
Ricola Mint
Mint 'Swiss'
Mint 'Swiss'
Product description
Mint 'Swiss' is a popular perennial herb, highly regarded for its exceptionally smooth and refreshing flavour. The primary part used for its culinary value is its bright green leaves, which provide a uniquely clean, sweet spearmint taste that is milder and less sharp than many other mint varieties. This specific flavour profile makes it the classic choice for brewing into 'Swiss' herbal tea, but it is also excellent in fruit salads, desserts, and cocktails. The plant's attractive, small lilac-pink flowers are also edible and can be used as a 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, as it does not like to dry out. It is crucial to remember that this plant is highly invasive, so it must be planted in a container or with root barriers to prevent it from taking over. As an added benefit, its attractive flowers are known to be 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.
Give your plants the best start
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
Mint 'Swiss' is considered the gold standard for tea, but bruising the leaves with a wooden spoon before steeping extracts more flavour than simply pouring water over them. Freezing individual leaves inside ice cubes creates a beautiful and functional garnish that slowly releases flavour into cold drinks.
How to Water
Keep Mint 'Swiss' well-watered to ensure the leaves remain crisp and full of flavour. If the soil becomes too dry, the plant will go dormant and the foliage will shrivel until moisture returns.
How to Plant
Select a site with sun or partial shade for Mint 'Swiss' and plant in moisture-retentive soil, ensuring the roots are contained in a pot to prevent spreading.
