Aromatic Foliage
Tiny leaves release a minty fragrance when gently brushed or stepped near.Tiny leaves release a minty fragrance when brushed.
Corsican Mint Seeds
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Growing Level
Easy to Grow
Germination
High Germination
Garden Use
Ground Cover
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About This Variety
Meet This Variety
Corsican mint (Mentha requienii) is a miniature, mat-forming perennial with tiny aromatic leaves and minute lilac flowers. Its low, spreading habit suits moist ground-cover plantings, spaces near stepping stones, and containers.
Grow in rich, light, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Protect plants from drought, especially while seedlings establish, and provide afternoon shade where summers are hot.
A miniature aromatic perennial that spreads into a low green mat for moist garden spaces and containers.
Growing at a Glance
Botanical Name
Mentha requienii
Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Requirement
Partial Shade
Water Needs
Keep Evenly Moist
Soil Preference
Rich, light, moist, and well-drained
Why Gardeners Love It
Low Ground Cover
Thread-like stems spread close to the soil and can form a dense green mat.Spreading stems can form a dense low green mat.
Fits Small Spaces
The miniature habit suits path edges, rock gardens, and broad containers.A miniature choice for paths, rock gardens, and pots.
Best Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure
- Partial Shade
- Moisture Needs
- Keep Evenly Moist
- Soil Preference
- Rich, light, moist, and well-drained
How to Grow
Prepare
Use a fine, moist seed-starting mix or a rich, well-drained garden seedbed.
Use fine, moist mix or rich, well-drained soil.
Sow
Sow the tiny seeds shallowly according to the packet directions and press gently.
Sow shallowly and press the tiny seeds gently.
Water
Keep the surface evenly moist with a gentle mist while seeds and seedlings establish.
Mist gently and keep the surface evenly moist.
Care
Provide bright light with afternoon shade in hot climates and protect from drying.
Give bright light and protect seedlings from drying.
Establish
Thin or transplant carefully once seedlings are sturdy, leaving room for spreading stems.
Thin or transplant carefully once seedlings are sturdy.
Garden Uses
Ground Cover
Containers
Ornamental Borders
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