Orange (Citrus) Mint
- Type: perennial zones 4 to 11
- Planting time: after last frost in spring or in fall (up to 2 to 3 weeks before first frost in cold zones)
- Features: fuzzy leaves with sweet orange flavor
- Height: 12 to 24 inches
- Light: full sun to part shade
- Soil: fertile, moist
- Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
- Plant Size: 12 to 24 inches tall and wide
- Garden use: herb gardens, beside water gardens, in low, wet spots, or in containers
- Culinary use: use leaves fresh, dried, or frozen in water
Orange mint leaves have a taste like candied orange peel with lavender tones. What could be more refreshing? Square stems tend to run rampantly over—and under—soil. In small garden spaces, it’s best to tuck this mint into a pot to curtail its wandering ways. Orange mint thrives alongside water gardens or in damp spots in the yard, but will also survive in drier soil. Lushest growth occurs in moist soil in partial shade. Crush fresh leaves into water for a refreshing beverage, or add to iced tea. Use fresh leaves in salads or to make mint sauce for fish or lamb. You can also dry leaves for flavoring dishes or beverages and making mint jelly. Pick leaves frequently. Plants open pink blooms in late summer.
Some Bonnie Plants varieties may not be available at your local stores, as we select and sell varieties best suited to the growing conditions in each region.
Customer Reviews
- Exciting mint with a refreshing citrus flavor Review by Peep
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Love love love this mint ! (Posted on May 1, 2013)Taste Yield
Pros: Taste, Yield
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Definitely yes
Share this review - Beautiful thriving plant. Review by Patti
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I just picked up this plant a few weeks ago and my god is it THRIVING! It is beautiful and healthy and smells absolutely wonderful. I can't wait for it to get a bit bigger when I'll start harvesting the leaves.Taste Yield
I bet this would make a wonderful tea -- Can't wait to try it! (Posted on April 29, 2013)
Pros: Taste, Yield
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Likely
Share this review - Orange Mint Review by Ravenwillow
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Love this!! The flavor is absolutely fabulous! Esay to care for and is also a beautiful, stunning plant! (Posted on April 18, 2013)Taste Yield
Pros: Taste, Yield
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Definitely yes
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