
Plant Library

Mint Chocolate
Common Name: Mint
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita ssp citrata 'Chocolate'
Variety: Chocolate
Blossom Color: N/A
Bloom Time: N/A
Zone: N/A
Exposure: Sun
Mature Height: 18-24"
Mature Width: 18-24"
Notes: Leaves have a delightful minty chocolate flavor, much like the classic Girl Scout cookie. Crush fresh leaves into water for a refreshing beverage, or add to tea or coffee. You can also dry leaves for flavoring desserts, like ice cream, meringues, quick breads, or cakes.