About Spearmint, Kentucky Colonel

Ruffled 3" leaves with a sweet, strong spearmint fragrance and taste. Spikes of small lilac to pink to white flowers in summer. The Kentucky Derby officially endorses Kentucky Colonel spearmint for its mint julep. Perennial.

About Mint

Aromatic and easy. Good for tea and potpourri. The flowers attract butterflies; however, the flavor changes once flowers appear. Spreads, in some cases aggressively.

Pot Size & Price
2.5-in. pot
$3.50
Height
12"–24"
Catalog
H089
Plant Traits
Bees
Culinary
Edible Flowers

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