Mint has firm, deep green foliage, with a cool, refreshing taste sweet to the palate. Originally European in origin, spearmint can be found in many gardens throughout the United States. Its low growing form and rapidly spreading habit makes it a good, though invasive, ground cover.

Mint

(Mentha spicata)

The ancient Greeks used mint to cure various maladies such as hiccups, sore throats and sea serpent stings. It was also used to change their humble homes into temples, and thus became the symbol of hospitality.

Menu Suggestions Try this:
  • Use to garnish cakes and pies.
  • Add to boiling water to make a refreshing tea.
  • Use in salad dressings.