Organic Moroccan Mint (1 Gallon)

Organic Moroccan Mint, 1 Gallon is a certified organic spearmint selection with densely arranged, serrated leaves and a clean, concentrated mint flavor. Fresh or dried leaves are traditionally used in Moroccan-style mint tea and also complement fruit, syrups, cold drinks, grain salads, and desserts. Purple-tinged flower spikes can appear in summer and fall above the aromatic foliage.

This perennial is listed for USDA Zones 5–10 and grows in partial sun or full sun where heat is moderate. No fruit-tree chill total or companion pollinizer is required. Because mint spreads through underground stems, plant it where expansion is acceptable or retain it in a generous container. Check winter conditions with the USDA Growing Zone lookup.

Set the one-gallon root ball at the same depth it occupied in the pot. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the root zone moderately moist during establishment. Once rooted, adjust irrigation for heat, wind, rainfall, and container volume. Avoid standing water. Pinch stem tips to promote branching, remove runners that cross the intended boundary, and divide a congested container when growth weakens in the center.

Harvest clean upper stems before heavy flowering for tender leaves, always leaving lower foliage for regrowth. Use fresh, air-dry in a shaded location, or freeze leaves depending on the intended recipe. Leaving selected flower spikes provides garden color; removing them focuses attention on foliage. Check dense growth for mites, aphids, rust, or mildew and thin stems when air movement is poor. Follow the nursery-start transplant guide and the herb harvesting guide for timing and storage. This description is limited to garden and culinary information.