Water Mint (Mentha aquatica) plug plants

Our Water Mint plug plants for sale are priced per individual plant. This product has a minimum quantity of 10 plug plants. For orders over 500 plug plants please contact us.

All our plants are native British wildflowers grown in Peat-free compost in our sustainable nursery.

Common Name: Water Mint

Latin Name: Mentha aquatica

Description: There are about 14 or 15 different hybrids of mint growing in the UK. Water mint prefers damp habitats and the edge of open water. Planting Water Mint around garden ponds will help attract butterflies like the small tortoiseshell and the gatekeeper. The flowers grow in clusters around the stem. The leaves have a distinctive aroma - especially when crushed.

Flower Colour: Can vary from mauve-purple to pink, blue or lilac.

Flowering Times: July to September

Plant Height: 40-60cm

Management: Water Mint plants do well in water margins like pond edges, fens, and reed beds. Its extensive root system enables it to thrive in these habitats. It can become invasive so cut back each year.

Kindly be aware that as autumn approaches, our wildflower plants might be delivered in a state where they appear to have passed their peak. We strive to inform you about this at the time of your order. It is common for native plants to exhibit leaf blotches or have dead/brown leaves during specific times of the year; this is entirely natural. We assure you that we meticulously inspect the root condition, ensuring their robust health. Once planted, the plug plant will respond accordingly.

Please understand that owing to the perishable nature of our plug plants, the usual right to cancel does not apply.