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Chocolate Mint

Herb

Helianthus annuus

Overview
Chocolate Mint is a distinctive heirloom herb variety that matures in 65-75 days, featuring aromatic green foliage with soft, velvety texture. This unique mint hybrid stands out for its exceptional flavor profile: a refreshing cool mint taste with prominent chocolate undertones and a subtle sweet finish, making it ideal for both culinary applications and specialty beverages. Despite its rich flavor complexity, Chocolate Mint remains easy to grow, thriving in full sun with well-drained, moist soil. The plant tolerates heavy clay conditions well, making it adaptable to various garden settings.
Planting
Best started from cuttings or divisions. Can direct sow in spring. Contains aggressively - plant in containers or root barriers.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, mint flea beetles. Common diseases: Mint rust, powdery mildew.