Mountain Mint Plants

Mountain Mint is one of the more unusual varieties that we grow and stock here. Definitely one for the herb collectors.  Its grey/green foliage contains a strong minty flavour that is perfect for adding to drinks, herbal tea or seasoning.  It's small pale flowers are so delicate and beautiful.

• Latin Name: Pycnanthemum pilosum

  Type: Perennial

  Soil Type: Very versatile, will grow in most soil types.

  Where should I plant this variety? Sun or partial shade

  How tall does it grow? Approx 60cm

  How much space does it need? Approx 60cm

  When does it flower? Pale flowers during summer.

   

   
  

   
  

  Delivery Information

• There are certain varieties of herb that I think convey re-assurance and tradition, that you feel have simply existed forever. Apple Mint is certainly one of those varieties.

  It grows and spreads with vigour. Honestly, this plant doesn’t stand on ceremony. You will invite it into your garden and before you know it, this plant will be growing everywhere. It might be an idea to keep this contained, unless of course you would like to throw a massive party and need a huge supply of Mint for cocktails. It will grow happily in moist soil. Keep cutting it back to promote healthy fresh growth and perhaps divide it later in the year.

  In terms of flavour, the apple element comes through subtly, but it absolutely tastes fruity which is really fun. It is extremely versatile, great when used in traditional culinary applications, as a seasoning for meat, desserts or even used in drinks.

  We think it looks cool too, with the leaves looking very solid and present, making Apple Mint perhaps more architectural than other mint varieties. This is definitely one to grow.

• Delivery options explained

   

  Pre-order delivery option

  From January to March, customers are able to pre-order herbs for delivery later in spring, to ensure that you receive the unusual varieties that you desire. We begin dispatch of pre-orders from late March, once all items in your order are available for dispatch in one delivery, as some varieties will be available a little later in the year than others. You will receive notification when this dispatch takes place along with tracking information but if you would like an estimated delivery date after placing your pre-order, please do not hesitate to contact us.

  Order Now delivery option

  From late March to autumn, herbs will be available for immediate dispatch subject to their availability. We dispatch our fresh potted herbs Monday-Wednesday each week to avoid postal delays over the weekend. We aim to dispatch all fresh herb orders in less than seven days, i.e. an order placed Thursday-Sunday would likely be dispatched the following Monday. Orders placed Monday-Tuesday, we would aim to dispatch by the Wednesday of that week.

  If you have a specific dispatch date that you would like us to aim towards, please do not hesitate to let us know. We can't guarantee a particular date but will strive to do our best for you.

  Dispatch information

  All orders are dispatched via a next day courier, ensuring that your herbs reach you promptly and in good health. For customers in the Highlands, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland this is a 48-hour delivery service.

  Please note that we do not offer a collection service. Our site is not suitable to receive visitors and this is a rule that we have to apply universally out of respect to our neighbours and family.

   

  Packaging

  
  We aim to reuse packaging as much as possible. Your herbs will be delivered in taupe recyclable pots. We are moving over to using plastic blister cell packaging which contains at least 90% recycled content and is itself 100% recyclable. These things are important to you and are important to us.
  
  

  Customer satisfaction

  Occasionally due to circumstances beyond our control, problems can arise. If you are not satisfied in the condition of your plants upon reaching you, please contact us as soon as possible providing pictures so that we can deal with your enquiry and feedback to our courier service. We will endeavour to ensure a resolution is reached that leaves you satisfied.